Regional Manager Reintegration Services - Auckland Region

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Lead a team responsible for delivery of reintegrative services
• Utilise your relationship management skills across our key stakeholder group
• Influence & contribute to the delivery of shared outcomesAra Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi ().We are bringing in new ways of working to help us deliver Hōkai Rangi, with a range of new roles being formed as part of The Pathway Forward Te Ara Whakamua.It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau.
• Mō te tūnga | About the role
• We're looking for a proven leader to become the Manager Reintegration Services - Communities, Partnerships & Pathways within the Auckland region.You'll be responsible for leading a team who is accountable for the delivery of reintegrative services to support a person along their pathway, enabling reintegration outcomes in alignment with own and local needs.This includes the delivery of services for accommodation, education, training, and employment for people within our management and a focus on shifting towards a local commissioning model.
• Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
• Previous experience managing a diverse team, with competing priorities, together with a good knowledge and understanding of staff development, communication, and relationship management.
• Experience in the provision or delivery of services relating to education, training, accommodation or employment.
• Exceptional communication and relationship building skills with an ability to influence peers and outcomes.
• Experience dealing with and understanding the factors that impact rehabilitation and reintegration, coupled with a sound working knowledge of key agencies, both governmental and non-governmental, in the social / justice sectors.
• A strategic thinker with advanced problem solving and analytical skills, to influence and contribute to the delivery of shared outcomes.
• A good understanding of the Corrections regulatory framework (legislation relating to Corrections and the Bill of Rights Act).
• Strong commercial acumen, identifying ways of achieving outcomes to meet local needs through external local partnerships and relationships and sound understanding of commissioning and contracting practices and processes.
• Can operate effectively in a Māori cultural setting (Te Reo, Tikanga and an understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi).
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relations internally and with external agencies and stakeholder groups, taking account of their strategic goals, pressures and priorities
• Ngā painga | The benefits
• The starting salary for this role is Scale C of the Frontline Managers Collective - $131,000.Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our strategy.We value in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
• Tono ināianei | Apply Now
• To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored
• CV and a cover letter
• describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
• Applications close : Wednesday 1 October 2025
• If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit or email our team at | Location : | Auckland (Tamaki Makaurau) || Attachment : | (PDF, 373KB) Position Description |

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