Auckland Council

Manager Culture and Capability

Auckland Council  •  Wellington, NZ (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Lead enterprise-wide culture,capabilityand inclusion strategies toenableorganisational performance and strategic delivery.

  • Enjoy flexibleworking,5 weeks’ leave, and wellbeing benefits.

  • Lead a small, high‑performing team delivering impactful culture and capability outcomes.

  • Play a strategic leadership role shaping organisational development and enabling delivery of key priorities.

Tetūranga– The role

As theManager Culture andCapability,you willberesponsible for leading the remitsof Organisational Development (culture, engagement, wellbeing behaviour, values and competencies), learning and development, diversity, equity and inclusion and Te Ao Māori.

Youwilllead the development and implementation of learning, culture and OD initiatives and projects to support the organisations strategy. 

Ōpūkenga– About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

  • Significant experience and expertise leading teams within the remit of people and culture.  

  • Strong track record of leading strategic and tactical people and culture related initiatives across leaning and development and organisational development.  

  • Significant experience being influential and establishing credibility quickly with stakeholders.  

  • Proven experience in thought leadership and demonstrating critical and creative thinking. 

  • An inclusive and self-aware leader who is calm and approachable.  

  • Sound judgement and the ability to think strategically across a broad range of issues. 

  • Demonstrates knowledge and application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Kowaimatou– Who we are 

We’rekaitiaki (guardians) of New Zealand’s financial ecosystem – enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity for all New Zealanders. We do this by providing money and cash, helping to keep prices stable and people in work,maintainingsafe banking and underpinning the financial system that allows New Zealand to spend, save,insureand do business.  

We do all we can to support, a sustainable,productiveand efficient economy built on integrity,innovationand inclusion.We’rebuilding diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our differences seed our innovation and help us deliver our best work – reflective of the needs of society. We welcome and value knowledge ofTeAo Māori,TeTiriti and Tikanga.  

Ngāpainga– What we can offer you 

The Reserve Bank –TePūteaMatua has so much to offer. From flexible working to an inclusive and positive workplace culture, our benefits includeadditionalleave options, a wellness package, working-from-home equipment subsidy, generous parental leave provisions, learning and development opportunities, and access tonumeroussocial,networkingand sporting activities.  

Find more information about our benefits here: www.rbnz.govt.nz/careers/our-benefits  

Come join us if you want to make an impact  

Working at the Reserve Bank –TePūteaMatua is about more than a job. Hereyou’llhave a career, a community, and an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.  

Bring your talent, curiosity andexpertiseandwe’llhelp you do the rest.You’llbe part of one of the world’s most trusted and respected central banks.We’llinvest in you. And with you,we’reinvesting in New Zealand.  

Kōrerotāpiri– Additional information 

We welcome all people and we want everyone to be able to equitablyparticipatein our recruitment process.Get in touch withus if there are any barriers to you applying, or if you have access needs and require support or adjustments: email recruitment@rbnz.govt.nz  

Mepēheatetukutono – Interested? 

Check out thefor this role or email us at recruitment@rbnz.govt.nzfor more info.

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Applications for this role closeon Sunday 28thJune 2026

Please include a cover letter outlining why you thinkyou’llbe a great fit for the role.  

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Auckland Council

About Auckland Council

Auckland Council serves over 1.5 million Aucklanders providing services, policies and decision-making.

We’re here to serve Auckland and build a more prosperous region, one that gives a voice to our citizens, and makes it a great place to live, visit and invest.

Our talented people support Auckland’s elected representatives by providing specialist advice, implementing decisions and delivering services like rubbish and recycling, resource and building consents, bylaws, events and parks.

Our vision is to create a world-class city where talent wants to live. If you are interested in working for Auckland, visit our career website (careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz) or check our 'Jobs' and 'Life' tabs.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Auckland, NZ
Year Founded
2010
Website
govt.nz
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