Manager Testing Practice

About Us Mō mātou

At the Department of Internal Affairs our purpose is simple but powerful: To serve and connect people communities and government to build a safe prosperous and respected nation.

Enterprise Digital Services (EDS) sits within Enterprise Services a branch dedicated to supporting the rest of the Department to succeed by providing corporate services that help business groups and people within DIA to make the best contribution to New Zealand.

The role Te tūnga

We are looking for a Manager Testing Services to be responsible for managing and leading the Departments Testing Services team. This is a key role within Enterprise Digital Services and is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the Testing Services function including engaging and influencing across the department and wider testing addition; you will:

• Manage and be accountable for the delivery of Testing across a diverse range of projects
• Manage and lead a large team of Testing Professionals with a focus on building an engaged and high performing team
• Manage a team budget including managing team utilisation and recoveries
• Act as a final point of escalation for test related risks and issues clearly communicating these to Senior Leaders with clear mitigations
• Develop implement and manage Testing policy frameworks methods and tools

What you bring Nōu te rourou

• Experience managing a high-performing Testing function; within a diverse organisation preferably in the public sector
• Strong Leadership skills with people at its core
• A strong understanding of and ability to manage and clearly articulate risks
• Experience establishing enterprise-wide frameworks systems and processes while delivering high quality business outcomes
• A pragmatic solution focussed approach to problem solving

In return for your efforts EDS offers a fast-paced dynamic and professional work environment where your contribution to the team is valued and there is a strong commitment to professional development.

For you Mōu

At the Department of Internal Affairs we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.

To learn more about the diverse important mahi we do at the Department and see whywerea great placeto work check out our website -About Internal Affairs - Careers with us - Benefits -

The appointing range for this role$139050 - $173040.

How to apply Me pēhea te tuku tono

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Applications for this role close15 May 2026 5.00pm.Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

If you have anyquestionsplease e-mail: Manager Business Change

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