General Manager Entity Performance

General Manager, Entity Performance – MBIE

Key Responsibilities

Strategic leadership and across-government influence.

Lead the strategic delivery of the Entity Performance branch at MBIE.

Full-time permanent position based in our central Wellington offices.

Salary range $216,873 - $325,309.

The General Manager, Entity Performance leads the Entity Performance branch.

The branch is responsible for effectively monitoring entities that support economic, regulatory, and science systems, to ensure they meet the Government's objective to lift economic performance.

The branch is also responsible for leading board appointment processes to support the high performance of entities and statutory boards through quality and fit-for-purpose governance.

With a greater focus across the public service on increasing the quality of Crown entity monitoring functions, this role will lead the branch in the next phase of lifting performance and increasing capability.

You will continue to build a high-performing monitoring function that acts strategically, and forms strong relationships with the entities monitored, all underpinned by robust performance information, analysis and advice.

This role will require strong leadership and a growth mindset.

You will be part of the Labour, Science and Enterprise Leadership team and as part of that you will bring your experience in leading complex work programmes and cohesive thinking to deliver results.

The successful candidate will bring a comprehensive understanding of the machinery of government and the critical part that Entity Performance plays in MBIE's purpose of 'Grow New Zealand for all'.

Required Skills & Experience

A proven track record of senior leadership in the public sector or similarly complex environments.

A strategic, people-focused approach with collaborative and authentic leadership.

Expertise in monitoring, lifting and managing branch performance.

A breadth of skills and knowledge in manoeuvring through often politically sensitive and ambiguous issues.

An astute leader with political acumen and the ability to influence high-level decisions.

Deep understanding of the machinery of government and public sector operations.

A track record of driving continuous improvement, innovation and a learning culture.

The ability to inspire, motivate, and align teams around a shared vision.

Strong relationship-building skills across government and external stakeholders.

A solid understanding of the key influences on the New Zealand economy, business environment and relevant markets.

Tertiary qualification or extensive and comparable experience in a strategic management position.

Must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Must consent to and satisfactorily complete a credit check as the position holds financial delegations.

About MBIE

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

Maori Values :

Mahi Tahi – Better Together

Maia – Bold and brave

Pae Kahurangi – Build our Future

Pono Me Te Tika – Own It

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Maori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Maori, other Maori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Maori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Maori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

How to Apply

Click here to view a position description.

When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process.

Email Jackie Johnson at

• quoting ref MBIE /
• if you have any further questions.

Applications close on Sunday the 30th November at

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