Learning Interventions & Delivery Manager (Secondment)

Key leadership role based at Rimutaka Prison Make a key difference for the men we manage and their prospects post release Approx. 4 month secondment opportunity Kōtahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of people. Mō te tūnga About the role Based at Rimutaka Prison, this position is site-based and is there to support the rehabilitative needs of prisoners. This includes the delivery of programmes and education and skills to support the men into employment to support their reintegration into the community post-release. Our incumbent manager is off to take up a secondment and to support the team we are seeking to backfill with a leader into the role for approximately 4 months. This is a co-management style space with two LIDM in place, due to the large scale nature and complex scope of this custodial environment. There are approximately 5 direct reports with additional contractor resource from time to time to meet the learning and outcome demands for the men. Mōu About you First and foremost, we are looking for someone with a passion for leading and supporting people. An understanding of education-based programmes would be beneficial, however we are equally interested in candidates who are keen to develop their knowledge in this area and who can demonstrate strong people leadership capability and potential. As a values-led organisation, we are looking for someone who aligns with our organisational values and can demonstrate strengths, experience, or a willingness to grow in the following areas: Strategic Leadership - Connects team efforts to organisational goals, builds strong relationships, and contributes to planning and continuous improvement. Talent Management - Supports the development of others, sets clear expectations, and helps foster a positive, high-performing team culture. Leadership Characteristics - Demonstrates self-awareness, resilience, curiosity, and a commitment to personal growth, including developing a Te Ao Māori perspective. System Leadership - Identifies opportunities for improvement, collaborates across teams, and contributes to better outcomes for the wider organisation. Delivery Management - Effectively manages priorities, follows through on commitments, and supports the achievement of team objectives. This secondment would be well suited to someone looking to further develop their leadership capability and gain experience operating at a more strategic level, while being supported to grow into the role. Ngā painga The benefits The salary applicable for this role is Salary Scale B1 of the Frontline Managers Collective. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role and as per the terms of the collective agreement. Mō mātou About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy. We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required. Expressions of interest will close on: Wednesday, 12th August 2026 If you have any questions or want to learn more about this opportunity, contact [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr