💼 Full-Time Position

Director, Office of the Deputy Secretary - Strategy

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NZ Ministry of Justice
📍 Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
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Location
Wellington, New Zealand
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Posted
June 27, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Director, Office of the Deputy Secretary – Strategy | Wellington Region
* Influence system direction at the highest levels
* Work at the intersection of strategy, data, and relationships
* Contribute directly to improving justice outcomes

Te Haeata/The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity to step into the centre of strategy, insight, and investment for New Zealand's justice system.
As Director, Office of the Deputy Secretary (Pou Whakatere) Strategy, you will lead a small, high-impact team that helps shape system direction, strengthen performance, and support better justice outcomes, particularly for Māori.
This is not a traditional office leadership role. It is a senior influence role, working directly with the Deputy Secretary and senior leaders to bring together strategy, performance, sector insights and relationships, ensuring decisions are grounded in evidence, culturally informed thinking, and a deep understanding of what will make the g...