People Capability and Culture Manager

• Lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact.
• Support our conservation outcomes by driving a culture where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.
• Permanent role, Wellington location.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.

Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.

Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.

Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.

Our People and Culture (P&C) story... The P&C group is embarking on an exciting transformational journey, driving a new strategic direction and ways of working and fostering collaboration both within P&C and throughout the organisation.

Our success is driven by a strong DOC culture, and we have now launched our new values and behaviours that will guide how we work together in 2025 and beyond. We are committed to weaving these values into our systems and processes, making them a central part of our everyday work. Our focus on leadership development will ensure that our leaders not only model these values but also bring them to life with their teams, supported by senior leadership every step of the way.

As part of our digital transformation, we are also launching a new Human Resources Information System (HRIS) that will deliver a fundamental change in the way People and Culture services are delivered, streamlining and improving our systems for a more efficient future.

He angitūtanga | About the role

This is such an exciting time to join our P&C group and a great opportunity for an experienced and dynamic People Capability and Culture Manager to lead our Organisational Development (OD) and Learning and Development (L&D) initiatives. This strategic role is designed to ensure DOC has the right capabilities, skills, and culture to deliver on its critical objectives and maintain its position as an effective and high-performing organisation.

As the People Capability and Culture Manager, you will be responsible for leading the strategic and operational aspects of organisational development and learning initiatives across DOC. This includes:

• providing functional leadership in the areas of OD and L&D, ensuring alignment with DOC's strategic goals
• leading change programmes to build organisational capability and improve effectiveness
• overseeing the design and delivery of L&D services that align with the organisation's goals and promote skills development
• managing performance systems and frameworks to drive continuous improvement
• leading organisational culture initiatives to foster inclusivity and support DOC's values
• leading innovative approaches to work and collaboration within P&C and throughout the organisation
• collaborating closely with People and Culture leadership, managers, and external partners to ensure the successful delivery of high-impact services
• championing the Treaty partnership with Māori, ensuring DOC operates as an honourable Treaty partner and builds Māori capability across the team.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

We are after an authentic and experienced leader to drive excellence and efficiency in our People & Culture function. The ideal candidate will have the ability to influence and build credibility with senior leaders, the broader People & Culture team, the PSA and external partners, while fostering collaboration across all levels of the organization.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Industrial/Organisational Psychology, Learning and Development, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Several years of proven experience in organisational development and learning, with a deep understanding of OD and L&D practices and frameworks.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, including experience in coaching, mentoring, and driving team performance.
• A deep commitment to Treaty partnership principles, with a strong understanding of te ao Māori, te reo me ngā tikanga Māori.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Desirable:

• A sound understanding of the New Zealand Public Service Framework and leadership models.

If you are passionate about organisational development and learning and want to play a key role in shaping an organisation's future, then this is it!

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.  We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.  You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

The salary range for this position is $126,896 - $180,611 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. 

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Thursday, 9 January 2025. Please note our recruitment team are out of office from 25 December to 6 January 2025 and will respond to your query when we are back in the office.

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, contact Aleena Antony, Senior Recruitment Advisor at [email protected].

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1835275