General Manager, Resource Markets AND General Manager Employment, Skills & Immigration Policy
Wellington, NZ, 6011
Discover a career with purpose at MBIE
- Are you a strategic powerhouse ready to drive national impact?
- We're seeking visionary leaders to spearhead critical policy and regulatory functions at the heart of New Zealand government priorities.
- 2x Permanent roles based in Wellington
Tēnei tūranga - About the Role:
We have two roles available: (Please indicate your preference on your application)
- 1 x General Manager, Resource Markets role reporting the Deputy Secretary Building, Resources and Markets. The position is also accountable for all advice to the Minister for Resources in relation to the resources portfolio and its connection with other related portfolios.
- 1 x General Manager, Employment, Skills & Immigration Policy role reporting to the Deputy Secretary for Labour, Science and Enterprise. The position is accountable for policy advice to the Ministers for Immigration and for Social Development and Employment.
General Manager, Resource Markets
Drive impactful policy in the critical realm of resource markets. As the General Manager, Resource Markets, you will:
- Lead the delivery of policy advice relating to minerals and petroleum and gas, ensuring New Zealand's access to secure, affordable, and sustainable resources.
- Drive the development and delivery of policy advice relating to resource markets, supporting government priorities for resources and regulatory activities in petroleum and minerals and gas.
- Provide expert advice to the Minister for Resources, influencing strategic decisions at the highest level.
- Lead a diverse team responsible for delivering on government commitments, ensuring effective regulatory oversight.
- Work closely with the General Manager Energy Markets to ensure an integrated approach to energy systems in New Zealand.
- Have a good understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and the Crown’s obligations in relation to the resources sector.
- Demonstrate exceptional people leadership, driving performance and delivering results in a high-pressure environment.
General Manager, Employment, Skills and Immigration Policy
Drive meaningful policy change across the labour market to facilitate Economic Growth! As the General Manager, Employment, Skills and Immigration Policy you will:
- Lead the delivery of strategic policy advice on employment, skills, immigration, and the labour market, directly influencing New Zealand's economic future.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the Deputy Secretary, Labour, Science and Enterprise, and the broader leadership team.
- Work closely with operational colleagues across the Ministry to translate vision into action, delivering key government priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.
- Inspire and empower your team to achieve exceptional results, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Cultivate strong relationships with Ministers, senior officials, and industry leaders.
Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana - Skills and Experience Required:
Across both roles, we are looking for people with:
- Significant experience working at a senior level in government with a good understanding of government processes and operating procedure.
- Ability to quickly establish and build strong internal and external working relationships including with Ministers, the private sector, and senior public service officials.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and work through complex political situations with high ambiguity and under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex programmes over a range of specialist areas considering both strategic and operational needs, including the design and delivery of performance monitoring systems.
- Extensive involvement providing high quality policy advice across a range of specialist areas, including proven experience leading the development and delivery of policy advice at a senior level.
- A good understanding of the key influences on the NZ economy and business environment.
- You will have proven people centric leadership skills including demonstrated ability to engage and motivate staff and an ability to build strong, high performing teams in a complex organisation.
Must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand and be able to obtain the required security clearance.
Ētahi kōrero mō MBIE - About MBIE:
MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.
We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.
People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.
- Mahi Tahi – Better Together
- Māia – Bold and brave
- Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future
- Pono Me Te Tika – Own It
Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply:
Click here to view the General Manager, Resource Markets position description.
All applications must be submitted via our online process and include a Cover Letter and CV outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
Email Roxana Anderson at roxana.anderson@mbie.govt.nz quoting ref MBIE/16822 if you have any further questions.
Applications close on 16th March 2025, 5pm