About the role

The Manager Digital Delivery leads the execution of digital and technology solutions by transforming roadmaps into actionable delivery plans. They manage dependencies, risks, and stakeholder relationships to ensure solutions are practical, sustainable, and aligned with regulatory business goals.

What they look for

Digital delivery Project management Strategic planning Stakeholder management Governance Risk management Financial management Reporting Change management Regulatory compliance Technology solutions Release management CI/CD Operational handover Team leadership

Requirements

Candidates must have proven experience in delivering complex digital or enterprise solutions within regulatory or public sector environments. A relevant tertiary qualification and strong expertise in large-scale project delivery and governance are required.

Benefits

4.8 weeks annual leave Professional growth opportunities Work-life balance Wellness support

Full description

Lead and deliver digital solutions that transform and modernise regulatory services
Lead delivery from roadmap to execution, keeping projects on track and aligned to business goals
Permanent | Wellington based position|4.8 weeks annual leave
Midpoint of $200,101 dependent on your professional skills and experience

Ko tōu ake mahi - What you’ll do

As Manager Digital Delivery, you’ll lead the practical execution and delivery of digital and technology solutions that support the Ministry’s regulatory work. This role is about moving from roadmap to delivery: shaping high-level priorities into clear work packages, building delivery plans, managing dependencies, monitoring progress, and making the adjustments needed to keep implementation moving. Working with senior leaders, regulatory teams, technology specialists, and market partners, you’ll provide the delivery leadership needed to turn strategy into working solutions that improve capability, service quality, and confidence across the Ministry.

You will

Deliver digital and technology solutions: Lead the planning, execution, and implementation of priority enterprise solutions that support regulatory capability and improve how services are delivered.
Turn roadmap into delivery: Break high-level roadmaps into achievable components, milestones, dependencies, delivery plans, and decision points that enable teams to execute.
Drive execution and accountability: Track progress, remove blockers, manage risks and trade-offs, support delivery governance, and keep teams focused on implementation and measurable progress.
Connect business and technology delivery: Work across Regulatory, and Digital teams to ensure solutions are practical, fit-for-purpose, and ready to implement.
Plan for ongoing operations: Ensure delivered solutions are designed for sustainable support, including release management, CI/CD practices, operational handover, and continuous improvement after implementation.
Build strong delivery routines: Establish clear ways of working, prioritisation, reporting, and delivery rhythms across hybrid teams so solutions move from concept through to implementation.

Ko ngā pūkenga ōu - What you’ll bring

Proven ability to turn strategies, roadmaps, or business priorities into executable delivery plans, work packages, milestones, and measurable progress.
Experience delivering complex digital, technology, or enterprise solutions, ideally in regulatory, public sector, health, or similarly complex operating environments.
Strong governance, risk, planning, financial, and reporting capability, with experience advising senior leaders and supporting sound delivery decisions.
Strong delivery leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to create clarity, manage ambiguity, prioritise effort, and keep teams focused on execution.
Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, with strong expertise in programme and project delivery at scale.

Ngā hua o tō mātou whare - What we bring

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings. Please contact us if you require any support to ensure the recruitment process is accessible.

Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply

Applications close on Sunday 23 August.

Please note to be eligible for this position you will have working rights and be based in Wellington before the start date. If you plan to relocate, please add this detail to your cover letter.

View the position description here and apply, please follow the online process at our Careers Website. Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications. If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at recruitment@health.govt.nz.