• Fulltime opportunity
• Wellington based role only
• Available as a fixed term or secondment till June 30th

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The LMS Specialist - Leadership Development and Engagement - will work to ensure all required learning is created and managed to a high-standard. There is room to flex some creative muscle alongside the LMS system management with creation of modules in Rise.

• Manage the LMS: Keep the system running smoothly, update content, fix technical issues, and look for ways to improve it.
• Assist in course creation: Help set up courses in the system and make changes to the interface as needed.
• Provide training and support to team members to develop their skills with the system.
• Generate and analyse reports as required.
• Collaborate with others: Work with stakeholders to add new learning resources.
• Ensure accessibility and usability: Make the system easy to use for everyone.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Experience in developing e-learning content managed within an LMS.
• Experience and knowledge in online learning, online learning platforms, adult learning or education in the context of a human centred delivery of learning.
• Successful experience developing and implementing effective learning and capability
• Development solutions with an online platform focus, strategies, policies and programmes including monitoring and evaluation and quality assurance.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven practical backgrounds in systems thinking, process planning - including how to set up systems and processes to ensure efficient service delivery with a focus on quality learner outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work in collaborative peer and other stakeholder relationships to achieve effective outcomes.
• A thorough understanding of key issues affecting Oranga Tamariki and Learning and Capability Development services in a social services environment.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural issues and concerns, in particular, knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $106,416 and $117,782 dependant on experience. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Hurry as applications for this role close at midnight on Wednesday 5th March 2025

However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.