The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders. Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui. People Delivery Manager (Fixed-term to 30 June 2025) Fantastic leadership opportunity in a global organisation. Inspiring and challenging environment working alongside passionate people. Flexible work options, supportive teams and inclusive culture. Bring your leadership strengths and HR expertise to the delivery of effective operational people advice and activities in a people first organisation. Korero mo te turanga - About the role If you can hit the ground running when it comes to all things operational HR and are looking for a challenging role where you can make your mark, then this is the role for you! We have a fantastic fixed term opportunity, from now until 30 June 2025, for an experienced and motivated People Delivery Manager to lead and drive our HR Administration and Advisory functions. You will be leading the team and our suite of operational HR services for staff both in New Zealand and offshore. 2024 / 25 will be another busy year for this team, and to ensure success we need the guidance and support of an experienced People Leader and technical HR professional. We are looking for someone who is proactive and innovative, with the energy and capability to take the team to the next level. Specifically, you will be tasked with: Leading the People Delivery team and ensuring a focus on service delivery excellence and relationship management. Overseeing the provision of Operational HR advice, coordination, and administrative support. Identifying and implementing opportunities for process and system improvements. Creating a high performance and development focused culture. Building and maintaining a team that is capable, enabled, engaged and empowered to deliver. Actively building the brand and profile of the People Delivery team (and wider People function). The salary range for this role is between $124,674 - $168,676 total fixed remuneration, negotiable depending on skills and experience. The total remuneration is inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution. Who are we looking for? We'd like to hear from you if you are an experienced Operational HR Manager with the following skills and experience: A degree in Human Resources, employment law or an equivalent qualification from a related field; or equivalent level of experience working in an ER / HR leadership role. Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor and inspire a small team. A depth of technical HR and employee relations knowledge. Ability to influence and persuade at all levels within an organisation, including outside of direct reporting lines. A flexible attitude that means you can turn your hand to whatever is needed. A Customer centric mind-set and approach to problem solving. A proven track record of building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Keen eye for detail and a high level of accuracy. A continuous improvement mindset. Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Maori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Maori (the Maori worldview) into your work. If you are just starting on this journey that's OK too as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support. We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand's interests and pursue New Zealand's values. We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world. To Apply / Interested? Apply today with your CV and cover letter. For a confidential discussion please contact Belinda Wallace. You must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident and able to obtain and maintain a NZ Government National Security clearance at Confidential level. Applications close at 9pm on Sunday 25th August 2024. Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy / diplomatic role. This is a Corporate role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ. #J-18808-Ljbffr
