Senior Capability Manager Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Project Director

This is a Full time job

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Values driven, inclusive and supportive culture

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Values driven, inclusive and supportive culture

As a Project Director, you'll lead a portfolio of major projects, setting strategic direction and ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Evaluation Practice Lead - Evidence and Effectiveness

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$161,811 - $214,131

Permanent role
Wellington based
Salary range $161,811 - $214,131

Permanent role
Wellington based
Salary range $161,811 - $214,131

We are seeking a candidate who balances deep expertise in mixed method evaluation with a pragmatic approach to delivering in a government context.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed seventeen days ago

Evaluation Practice Lead - Evidence and Effectiveness

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$161,811 - $214,131

Permanent role
Wellington based
Salary range $161,811 - $214,131

Permanent role
Wellington based
Salary range $161,811 - $214,131

We are seeking a candidate who balances deep expertise in mixed method evaluation with a pragmatic approach to delivering in a government context.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Adviser Organisational Development

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$100,934 - $135,076 based on skills and experience

Join a supportive team committed to inclusion, capability growth and real impact
Support culture, leadership and capability across a large organisation
Collaborate with experts to deliver meaningful OD initiatives

Join a supportive team committed to inclusion, capability growth and real impact
Support culture, leadership and capability across a large organisation
Collaborate with experts to deliver meaningful OD initiatives

Use your OD expertise to help build strong leaders, inclusive cultures, and lasting capability within one of NZ's largest public service organisations

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

10d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Information Technology Manager

at SPORT INTEGRITY COMMISSION TE KAHU RAUNUI

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead IT strategy, cyber security, and operations with real impact
Drive digital uplift, cloud platforms, vendor partnerships
Shape secure, reliable systems supporting statutory delivery

Lead IT strategy, cyber security, and operations with real impact
Drive digital uplift, cloud platforms, vendor partnerships
Shape secure, reliable systems supporting statutory delivery

Lead our Information Technology and data strategy, operations, and cyber security to deliver secure, reliable systems that support the Commission.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

11d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Talent Acquisition Specialist

at Profitable Tradie

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$110,000 - $120,000 + $1000 Wellness Allowance

Your voice matters. Disagree, challenge, speak up. We actually listen
Fun isn’t optional. Our banter is off the charts
You’ll work with legends. No driftwood

Your voice matters. Disagree, challenge, speak up. We actually listen
Fun isn’t optional. Our banter is off the charts
You’ll work with legends. No driftwood

If you’re done settling for mediocre and want to step into a role that actually excites, challenges, and rewards you, this is where you belong.

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

23d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Service Delivery Manager, Strategic Programmes

at Ministry of Education

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Support the delivery of lunches to 240k+ ākonga daily
Lead Senior Advisors across the upper North Island
Drive quality, safety and supplier performance

Support the delivery of lunches to 240k+ ākonga daily
Lead Senior Advisors across the upper North Island
Drive quality, safety and supplier performance

Lead the national delivery of Healthy School Lunches, supporting suppliers and Senior Advisors to get nutritious kai to ākonga every day

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

16d ago

Listed four days ago

Manager – Strategy, Operations & Governance

at Industry Skills Boards

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead ISB operations & governance & ensuring smooth cross functional delivery
Drive projects & partnerships with agencies such as MBIE, MPI, NZQA, TEC & MoE
Act as a key advisor & operational deputy to the Chief Executive

Lead ISB operations & governance & ensuring smooth cross functional delivery
Drive projects & partnerships with agencies such as MBIE, MPI, NZQA, TEC & MoE
Act as a key advisor & operational deputy to the Chief Executive

Drive cross functional operations, lead strategic projects, and support governance for the Manufacturing & Engineering ISB.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed six days ago

Manager – Operations and Infrastructure | Kaiwhakahaere – Mahi & Hanganga

at Parliamentary Service

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Lead resilient, reliable technology services that Parliament depends on.
Work with engaged people, meaningful purpose, and visible impact.
Amazing people | 5 weeks annual leave | on-site gym & pool.

Lead resilient, reliable technology services that Parliament depends on.
Work with engaged people, meaningful purpose, and visible impact.
Amazing people | 5 weeks annual leave | on-site gym & pool.

Own the reliability and resilience of the technology services that keep Parliament running.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Evaluation Lead Advisor

at Beyond Recruitment - NZ’s best career opportunities – jobs all over Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Competitive salary - circa $200K.

Lead and oversee complex, high‑value evaluation projects.
Permanent Position
Wellington CBD, Office Based with Flexibility

Lead and oversee complex, high‑value evaluation projects.
Permanent Position
Wellington CBD, Office Based with Flexibility

Lead and oversee complex, high‑value evaluation projects. Permanent Wellington Based. Competitive salary - circa $200K.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Manager – IT Planning & Performance | Kaiwhakahaere – Maheretanga & Whanonga IT

at Parliamentary Service

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Lead commercial rigour, budgets and vendors in a high-trust environment.
Purpose driven work supporting New Zealand’s democracy.
Amazing people | 5 weeks annual leave | on-site gym & pool.

Lead commercial rigour, budgets and vendors in a high-trust environment.
Purpose driven work supporting New Zealand’s democracy.
Amazing people | 5 weeks annual leave | on-site gym & pool.

Own IT planning, performance and commercial discipline at Parliament - shape strategy, enable delivery, and influence senior leaders.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed five days ago

Project Director

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Values driven, inclusive and supportive culture

Competitive salary + vehicle + company perks
Passionate about working in the energy sector
Values driven, inclusive and supportive culture

As a Project Director, you'll lead a portfolio of major projects, setting strategic direction and ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Principal Advisor - Learning and Development

at Crown Response Office

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$131,082 – $182,923 per year

Fixed term or secondment opportunity to 30 June 2027
Newly created position
Central Wellington CBD office location close to train station

Fixed term or secondment opportunity to 30 June 2027
Newly created position
Central Wellington CBD office location close to train station

Shape system‑wide learning and capability so agencies can deliver consistent, survivor‑centred and trauma‑informed Redress.

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

6d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Manager Talent Management

at Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$131,082 – $182,923 per year

Lead a team working directly with senior public service leaders to support targeted development that meets individual and system needs.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

People and Culture Manager

at Lancom Technology

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland(Hybrid)

Salary + bonus + health insurance + carpark

Flexible working
Health insurance
Great learning culture

Flexible working
Health insurance
Great learning culture

At Lancom, people are at the heart of everything we do.

subClassification: Management - InternalManagement - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Program Manager – Asset Management

at FirstCape Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Highly successful team
Unique Opportunity
Central location

Highly successful team
Unique Opportunity
Central location

Key role driving the delivery of a major transformation program.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

18d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Advisor - Information Management

at Electricity Authority

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Permanent, full-time opportunity
Flexible work arrangements
Opportunities for career advancement

Permanent, full-time opportunity
Flexible work arrangements
Opportunities for career advancement

Join the Authority as we grow our capabilities and expand our reach.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Manager - Digital Solutions | Kaiwhakahaere Kaupapa Matihiko

at Parliamentary Service

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Lead digital delivery and product direction for core Parliamentary systems.
Guide multidisciplinary teams and shape product strategy.
Amazing people | 5 weeks annual leave | on-site gym & pool.

Lead digital delivery and product direction for core Parliamentary systems.
Guide multidisciplinary teams and shape product strategy.
Amazing people | 5 weeks annual leave | on-site gym & pool.

Guide leaders and teams, influence strategy, and ensure digital solutions deliver real value - now and into the future.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Portfolio Planning Manager

at Convergence

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

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Translate long-term direction into a future-focused 10-Year Capital Plan
Influential role engaging across Technology, Operations and Executive
Auckland (airport) or Christchurch (Burnside) based

Translate long-term direction into a future-focused 10-Year Capital Plan
Influential role engaging across Technology, Operations and Executive
Auckland (airport) or Christchurch (Burnside) based

Shape the future of NZ’s aviation infrastructure through long-term capital planning. Auckland or Christchurch based.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

27d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Talent Acquisition Specialist

at Profitable Tradie

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

$110,000 - $120,000 + $1000 Wellness Allowance

Your voice matters. Disagree, challenge, speak up. We actually listen
Fun isn’t optional. Our banter is off the charts
You’ll work with legends. No driftwood

Your voice matters. Disagree, challenge, speak up. We actually listen
Fun isn’t optional. Our banter is off the charts
You’ll work with legends. No driftwood

If you’re done settling for mediocre and want to step into a role that actually excites, challenges, and rewards you, this is where you belong.

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

23d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Head of Community Resilience & Assets

at Napier City Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Salary range $154,500-$181,800 dependant on exp.

Work with Executive leaders to guide community resilience and asset strategy
Lead strategy across community resilience,emergency management & building assets
Enjoy the many NCC employee benefits we have on offer

Work with Executive leaders to guide community resilience and asset strategy
Lead strategy across community resilience,emergency management & building assets
Enjoy the many NCC employee benefits we have on offer

Lead strategy for Napier’s building assets and emergency management to ensure resilient infrastructure for the city’s future.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17d ago

Listed six days ago

Unit Manager | Kaiwhakahaere Wāhanga

at Stats NZ

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Lead a high‑performing team delivering quality insights
Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement
Shape future statistical products through strong collaboration

Lead a high‑performing team delivering quality insights
Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement
Shape future statistical products through strong collaboration

Drive operational excellence—balancing pace, quality, resources, and risk to ensure your unit delivers sustainable, high‑value outcomes.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

6d ago

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