Director - Transformation Delivery and Stability

Lead the strategic direction and delivery of enterprise-wide transformation Influence executive priorities, shape the transformation roadmap and build enduring organisational capability Permanent role based in Auckland or Wellington, with five weeks’ annual leave and insurance benefits Te whiwhinga mahi - Our opportunity Lead the delivery of Kāinga Ora’s enterprise transformation, turning strategy into well-sequenced change that delivers lasting impact. Reporting to the General Manager – Transformation Office, you will provide senior leadership across the transformation portfolio, shape the enterprise roadmap and connect activity across major business and technology-enabled programmes. You will lead the internal transformation delivery capability, bringing together project management, business analysis, process improvement and change expertise to support enterprise priorities. Working closely with executives, workstream leads and business leaders, you will guide priorities and sequencing, manage dependencies and ensure resources are focused where they will have the greatest impact. Your leadership will span major business and technology modernisation programmes. You will align business readiness, process redesign, operating model change and organisational impacts with technical delivery, while stepping in to lead high-priority or particularly complex initiatives when required. You will also strengthen delivery standards, identify emerging risks and resolve barriers before they affect outcomes. As well as driving current transformation priorities, you will strengthen Kāinga Ora’s capability to deliver sustainable change into the future. This is a highly influential senior leadership role with the opportunity to turn strategic ambition into meaningful, lasting outcomes for Kāinga Ora and the communities we serve. Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu - What you will bring Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (business, engineering, IT or organisational development). MBA or equivalent strongly regarded. Recognised mastery of multiple delivery and improvement methodologies — for example Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt or Master Black Belt), MSP, agile delivery at scale, design thinking, operating model design. 15+ years’ experience leading complex transformation programmes in large, complex organisations, including 5+ years at executive or near‑executive level. Nōu te rourou - What's in it for you? We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits As a Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities. Mō mātou - Our Organisation At Kāinga Ora, our mahi sits at the heart of Aotearoa’s housing system. Every day, we help shape how our customers live today and into the future. It’s meaningful mahi, and we’re transforming how we work so we can deliver even better outcomes. Our transformation focuses on three things: Our future – building a high performing organisation that delivers quality housing for generations. Our tenants – warm, dry, well maintained homes and the right support to help people live well. Our people – simple processes, modern technology and opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. Guided by our values, we work together, put customers at the centre and continually challenge ourselves to be better. Kāinga Ora is a place where people feel valued and supported. You’ll find opportunities to grow your skills and build a career you’re proud of, with fair pay and flexible ways of working that support both our people and our customers. Ō tātou uara - Our values Our values were developed by us, for us. They unite us as an organisation and guide how we work every day. Our values are: Manaakitanga – People at the Heart Mahi Tahi – Better Together Whanake – Be BoldTūhono mai - Join us Applications close on Thursday, 13 August 2026 at 11:55pm. We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation. #J-18808-Ljbffr