General Manager Strategy Governance and Risk
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Job Location:
Wellington - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
$ 200431 - 249426
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: Wellington
Type: Full-time Permanent
Salary:$200431 - $249426
Applications close: 5pm18 November 2025
Lead with purpose. Shape strategic direction. Strengthen governance and risk.
DIA has come through a significant period of change andwe are seeking a highly experienced and values-driven leader to work alongside the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to lead the department in charting its long-term direction identifying the value the department adds and accounting for its performance.
About the Role
As a trusted partner you will drive strategy development and provide assurance on performance to the Secretary for Internal Affairs and ELT. The key focus of the position is on the whole Department helping drive the emerging strategic direction and align with organisational priorities and functional strategies while building strategic thinking capability across the wider department. You will also have oversight of the establishment and maintenance of appropriate risk and assurance frameworks and governance to create visibility of overall performance across the department that supports the Executive Leadership Team with strategic decision making and direction for the organisation
This role requires a strategic thinker a collaborative leader and someone who can navigate complexity with confidence and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of organisational strategy and planning processes.
- Oversee governance risk and assurance frameworks that support transparency and accountability.
- Provide strategic advice to senior leaders the Board and external stakeholders.
- Lead and manage a high-performing team fostering a culture of excellence and inclusion.
- Champion continuous improvement and performance across the organisation.
What Youll Bring
- Senior leadership experience in strategy governance or risk within the public sector.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
- Strong understanding of public sector values systems and responsibilities.
Why Join Us
This is a unique opportunity to lead a strategic function that supports good governance informed decision-making and long-term organisational success. Youll be part of a leadership team committed to public service integrity and delivering outcomes that matter for New Zealanders.
Ready to make a difference
Apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining your leadership experience and strategic impact.
For a confidential discussion contact Darrin Sykes Deputy Secretary Enterprise Services (via Diane Laughton )
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Marketing
- Data Visualization
- Tableau
- Customer Segmentation
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Investment Banking
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Modeling
- Customer relationship management
- Management Consulting
- Google Suite
- Analytics
About Company
At the Department of Internal Affairs, the work we do makes New Zealand a better place for those born here, and those new New Zealanders who have chosen to call this country home.
