People Technology and Systems Lead

• Support workforce insights via leading people systems, technologies, AI-enabled capability and automation
• Work across Kāinga Ora’s people technology strategy and roadmap
• Newly created permanent role, based in Wellington or Auckland, 5 weeks' annual leave + a suite of benefits

Te whiwhinga mahi - Our opportunity

This is a newly created role within Kāinga Ora’s People and Assurance team, reporting to the Manager, People Systems & Intelligence.

The People Technology & Systems Lead will lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of people-related systems and technologies. Working across key business groups—including HR, Finance, and enterprise technology functions—this role ensures people data, systems, and processes are integrated, aligned, and effectively support organisational priorities.

The role will play a key part in strengthening how people information is managed and used across platforms such as HRIS, finance systems, and wider enterprise technologies. This includes enabling effective system integration, improving data quality and integrity, and supporting consistent, user-friendly experiences for those who rely on people data for planning and decision-making.

At Kāinga Ora, we are continuing to evolve how we use digital tools, including AI and automation, to better support our people and services. In this role, the focus will be on applying these technologies in practical, responsible, and transparent ways, enhancing efficiency, supporting informed decision-making, and improving service delivery. This includes ensuring appropriate governance, building trust in how AI-enabled tools are used, and supporting safe and ethical adoption across the organisation.

A key priority will be ensuring that systems, automation, and AI-enabled tools are used to reduce administrative burden and streamline routine processes. The intent is to better support our people in their roles, enhancing capability, improving access to information, and enabling more time to focus on higher-value, people-centred work.

The role will also contribute to uplifting workforce capability by ensuring people have the tools, confidence, and support needed to work effectively in a more integrated, digitally enabled environment, with a strong focus on usability, adoption, and continuous improvement.

Ngā Pūmanawatanga Ōu - What You Will Bring

• Proven ability to translate emerging technologies, including AI and automation, into practical applications that improve productivity, support decision-making, and enhance service delivery
• Strong understanding of what good looks like in people technology and systems, including HRIS, Finance system interfaces, and integrated workforce processes
• Experience delivering or supporting technology-enabled transformation, with a focus on continuous improvement and real business outcomes
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions, including People, Org Development and Capability, Digital, Data & Analytics, Finance, Legal, Privacy, Risk, and Information Management
• Experience working alongside technology and delivery teams to define business requirements and enable successful implementation, without needing to own technical delivery
• Strong focus on user experience and adoption, including improving digital interactions and encouraging effective use of systems and tools
• Experience supporting changes in ways of working, including introducing new technologies in a way that builds confidence and capability across the workforce
• Demonstrated ability to influence at senior levels and bring stakeholders on the journey through clear, practical, and people-centred approaches
• A mindset focused on using technology to enable people to focus on higher-value work, rather than replacing roles
• Experience with AI, automation, or digital tools, or the ability to rapidly build capability in this space

Nōu te rourou - What's in it for you?

We offer competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development. These benefits are described in more detail here https://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz/a-great-place-to-work/benefits

As a Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities employee, we want to make sure that you have all the tools and support you need. We want to ensure you are healthy and have work-life balance. We also want to support and grow your personal and career development through on-the-job learning, training courses, secondments and study opportunities.

Mō mātou - Our Organisation

At Kāinga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand’s housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.

What is exciting about working for Kāinga Ora is getting the chance to make a real and positive impact on New Zealanders’ lives. With skills, planning and purposeful action, our people are creating the homes and neighbourhoods that will build the future of Aotearoa.

We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better. That includes being a trusted partner for Māori and iwi, protecting and enabling their rights, interests and aspirations under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Ō tātou uara - Our values

Our Values Were Developed By Us, For Us. They Unite Us As An Organisation And Guide How We Work Every Day. Our Values Are

• Manaakitanga – People at the Heart
• Mahi Tahi – Better Together
• Whanake – Be Bold

Tūhono mai - Join us

To view the position description and apply for this role, please follow the online process via http://careers.kaingaora.govt.nz. Please note: all applicants, including existing employees, need to follow this process. If you have any questions about this role, please contact ***email_hidden***.

Applications close on Monday 6th July at 11:55pm.

We value diversity and are committed to working with each other and our customers in an inclusive and respectful way. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference brings to the organisation.

If you don’t tick all the boxes in this listing but think that you could be a great fit based on your unique background and skillset, we would welcome an application from you. Don’t hesitate, as we may review applications as they are received and reserve the right to close advertising early.