Team Leader Capability Delivery

Au ake mahi | What you'll do

With a new CEO and a new Council in place, the People & Capability Group is uniquely positioned to help shape the future of our organisation.

This is more than a transition, it's a chance to reimagine how we support, refocus our functions, and lead meaningful change for the Council, its leaders, teams and kaimahi.

We have an opportunity to make a genuine difference to many people, both inside and outside the organisation.

It's a moment to do things differently, pioneer, and drive innovation to lift our capability and walk alongside our people with care, expertise and responsiveness.

We're looking for a dynamic and experienced

Team Leader Capability Delivery

to lead our new Capability Delivery team.

This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on building strong relationships, leading with purpose, and delivering high-impact team and leader development programmes that grow the capability of our people and leaders across the organisation.

As Team Leader, you will lead a high-performing team that operates as an internal consultancy, partnering with leaders and teams to deliver tailored and bespoke development solutions.

You'll oversee the evolution of our current programme of work, continuously refining and enhancing it to ensure it remains relevant, impactful, and aligned with organisational priorities.

You'll facilitate engaging and effective development programmes, typically up to 50% of your time, ensuring content is relevant, impactful, and continuously improved.

You'll also coach and support leaders, including delivering 360 feedback and consultancy services to teams across the organisation.

You'll lead the design and delivery of induction programmes for new kaimahi and leaders, ensuring they are welcoming, informative, and aligned with our values.

A key part of your role will be championing Maori capability development, supporting our Tupiki Ora Maori Strategy commitments through the design and delivery of tailored learning experiences.

You will collaborate closely with the Capability Enablement team to support strategic learning initiatives and ensure future capability readiness.

Nga tohu me nga wheako | Qualifications and experience

We're looking for someone with at least 10 years proven experience in leadership development, workshop facilitation, and coaching.

You will bring strong people leadership skills and a collaborative, inclusive approach.

You'll be confident designing and delivering new learning programmes that drive real change, and you'll understand the importance of cultural capability and be committed to supporting Maori development.

You'll thrive in a dynamic environment and be passionate about growing others.

You'll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team that's committed to building a thriving, capable organisation.

We value innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement – and we're excited about the future.

Nou te rourou | What's in it for you

Working for the Council offers you a range of benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, Council staff discounts and a range of learning and development programmes and opportunities.

We want your application to enable you to portray the real you.

Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just formal employment.

If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the advert through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We welcome applications from all people and like our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Accessibility Support :

We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing :

Applications close

11 November

Please note that we may engage with applicants prior to the vacancy closing and / or close applications ahead of this date so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

All applications must be submitted online

– we will not accept emailed applications.

All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

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