Establishment Lead

3 days ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs NZ Full time

Type: Fixed Term (until 30 June 2026)

Hours: Full Time

Business Group: Greyhound Racing Transition Agency

Branch: Policy and Te Tiriti

Mō mātou | About Us

The Department of Internal Affairs Te Tari Taiwhenua serves and connects people, communities, and Government to build a safe, prosperous, and respected nation. We deliver a wide range of services, functions, and regulatory responsibilities that have a direct impact on New Zealanders and our communities.

Following the Government's decision to end greyhound racing in New Zealand, DIA will support the establishment of a Greyhound Racing Transition Agency to manage the orderly closure of the industry and ensure the welfare and successful rehoming of greyhounds.

Te tūnga | The role

We are seeking an experienced Establishment Lead to support the creation and early operation of the Greyhound Racing Transition Agency.

This is a fixed-term role supporting a time-limited agency that will operate for up to three years, through to July 2029. The Transition Agency has a clear and important mandate: to oversee the closure of the greyhound racing industry and to ensure all remaining ex-racing greyhounds are safely and successfully rehomed.

As Establishment Lead, you will work closely with the Greyhound Racing Ministerial Advisory Committee to set up the agency and its functions. You will lead early establishment activity, including workforce planning and recruitment, development of the transition plan, and oversight of budgets, assets, and operational arrangements. The role requires strong leadership, sound judgement, and the ability to operate in a complex, high-profile environment.

Ko ngā mea ka tukuna e koe | What you'll provide

  • Leadership support to establish the Greyhound Racing Transition Agency and embed its operating model
  • Oversight of the development and implementation of the transition plan for the closure of the greyhound racing industry
  • Management of staffing, budgets, and expenditure during the establishment phase
  • Oversight of systems and processes to support greyhound welfare, tracking, and rehoming
  • Engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, including Ministers, industry participants, and partner organisations
    Support to the Ministerial Advisory Committee, including advice on transition progress and risks

Nōu te rourou | What you'll bring

  • Strong leadership and organisational capability, with experience establishing or leading complex programmes or organisations
  • Sound judgement and the ability to work effectively in a sensitive and politically complex environment
  • Experience engaging with Ministers, senior stakeholders, and advisory bodies
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, assets, and operational delivery
    Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholder groups

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application through the system and include a current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Application close: 5pm, Sunday, 18 January 2026

For more information please contact: Mark Batt - Director Branch Performance

Job description: To review the full job description, please click HERE

Please note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

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