Lead - People Projects

2 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Fixed Term / Secondment until 30 June 2026
- Wellington based

Are you passionate about shaping the future of people systems and enabling a positive employee experience? We're looking for a strategic and collaborative leader to join our People & Capability team as the Lead - People Projects.

This role is a fixed term position in response to increased demand within our high priority work programmes. We are surging in people and resources in response to these priorities.

**Mo te turanga mahi | About the role**

This role will support the Programme Manager in delivering the People & Capability workstream within the Ministry's organisation-wide implementation of our new Human Resources Information System (HRIS), payroll system, and associated platforms.

Equally important will be your ability to engage and influence leaders and kaimahi, helping to build understanding and support for the change journey. You'll foster a positive project environment through thoughtful stakeholder engagement and feedback, contribute to communication planning, and help identify learning opportunities to ensure our people are well prepared and supported.

**Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience**
- Proven experience working with HRIS platforms and payroll systems, with a strong understanding of HR practices and employment legislation.
- Demonstrated success in supporting and implementing complex programmes, including risk management, business analysis, and systems integration.
- A strong ability to set priorities, manage competing demands, and deliver high-quality outcomes within timeframes.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and presentation skills, with a track record of building and maintaining effective relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
- A commitment to developing solutions that support culturally diverse and accessibility needs across the organisation.
- A deep understanding of HRIS, payroll, and related systems, including their interdependencies and impact on the employee lifecycle.
- Skilled in building trust and fostering collaboration across internal and external groups.
- Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into practical, actionable strategies.

**Whanuitanga Utu a-Tau | Salary range**

Salary range for this role is $118,318 to $143,695 pa. Appointment within this range will be based on skills and experience.

**Nga hua ka puta i te mahi ki MfE | Benefits of working at MfE**
- a flexible working approach to embrace a healthy work-life blend
- agile ways of working, allowing you variety and challenges across the organisation as we work as 'One MfE'
- active employee networks including Maori Ropu, Asian Network, Neurodivergent and Disability Networks, Women's Network, Tagata Moana (Pacific Peoples' Network), and Rainbow Network
- opportunities for development and education.

Check out other benefits of joining us and hear what our people say about Working at MfE | Ministry for the Environment.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively strive to be a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We are proud to be a Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick certified organisation and are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for everyone._ _

**Ra Katinga | Applications close**:Monday 28th July 2025

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