Programme Director

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE

• Lead the delivery of key aspects of the Economic Growth programme.
• Oversight of sector engagement and the Going for Growth Secretariat.
• Work in a fast-paced team, making decisions on a government priority programme.
• Permanent full-time position, based in Wellington CBD.
• Salary – $154,619 - $193,274, + Wellness Benefits and KiwiSaver.

Tēnei tūranga - About the Role:

The Economic Growth branch leads and coordinates efforts across MBIE and other government agencies to support the Government’s economic growth priorities. The Branch drives initiatives that boost New Zealand’s economic performance, enabling all New Zealanders to thrive.

As Programme Director, you will lead the delivery of Ministerial engagement with business and manage the Going for Growth (GFG) Secretariat, while also supporting policy teams to deliver the broader economic growth programme. This role requires a seasoned leader with a strong background in programme delivery. You will bring exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, political acumen, and the ability to navigate complex environments to successfully deliver high-impact outcomes.

Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako e hiahiatia ana -

Skills and Experience Required
 

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Proven experience leading large, complex, and high-profile programmes.
• A strong background in running secretariat functions and supporting government groups such as committees, boards, or Ministerial working groups.
• Excellent relationship skills, with experience working closely with senior public servants, Ministers, and industry leaders.
• The ability to turn strategy into action, managing programmes effectively and keeping them on track.
• Sharp strategic thinking, with the ability to spot risks and opportunities early and adjust plans to ensure success.
• Influence and collaboration, even when you’re not in a formal leadership role.
• Strong people leadership, with a track record of building and managing high-performing teams.
• The legal right to work in New Zealand.

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

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups/organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

E mōhio ana a Hīkina Whakatutuki i puea ake te kōtuinga I waenganui i a ngāi Māori me te Karauna i Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ā, kei te whai ia ki te whakaū ake i Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Mā te whai kiko o ngā kōtuinga ahungaroa o ngāi wi, o ngāi Māori, me ētahi atu rōpū Māori ki te Karauna, katutuki tēnei. He āhuatanga nui tēnei e āhei ai ngā mahi whanaketanga ā-ohanga, ā-pāpori hoki ki a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui. E whai tonu ana mātou ki te kōtui atu ki ngā iwi mō te rapu huarahi hou ki te whakaara i ngā kaupapakua roa nei e tāmi ana i a ngāi Māori me Aotearoa whānui, ā, e whai ana hoki ki te tautohu i ngā āheinga kōkiritanga mā ngā iwi, me te tautoko i ngā iwi kia whai mana ake ai ēnei āheinga.

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply:

Click here to view a 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. 

Please email Jackie Johnson at Jackie.johnson@mbie.govt.nz quoting ref MBIE/17136 if you have any further questions.

Applications close on 18th June 2025 at 11.59pm