• We are seeking a visionary leader of leaders
• National Role
• Balance between operational and strategic leadership
• Oranga Tamariki Homes are transforming to provide outstanding care for tamariki and rangatahi when and where they need it.

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

We are seeking a proactive, passionate , and experienced leader to join us at Oranga Tamariki as the Manager National Family Homes for our Youth Justice Services and Residential Care group.

You will be forward focused and responsible for leading out the future of the Family Homes as well as ensuring that we are delivering consistent, safe, and appropriate care for tamariki across our national network of Family Homes. You are a motivated people centred leader with great interpersonal skills who has a background in trauma responsive care, as well as the ability to oversee a dynamic and high-risk 24/7 service.

You lead in a way that inspires and enables the Family Homes to be a welcoming and safe space where tamariki feel understood, supported and cared for. You build strong, collaborative, and supportive relationships across both Oranga Tamariki and our external partners to ensure that that the broader children's system is available to support rangatahi and tamariki in Family Homes

Day to day, you oversee the operations and logistics of 12 Family Homes. You will work closely with the National Homes Team and the Family Homes leaders to ensure that our regulatory obligations are fulfilled and that our teams are supported to identify and respond to areas of critical risk. We will look to you for the information and insight that is needed to ensure that best practice is both in place and properly embedded into our ways of working across our network of Family Homes.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

The experience of our staff and caregivers in Homes and our tamariki and rangatahi in our care is a critical priority for us, so we expect a lot from our leadership team - they are pivotal in leading and role modelling our values and vision . You must be not afraid to get involved in the details when needed and be able to bring a solutions focus to the heart of an issue .

You are a resilient change leader who is able to challenge the status quo to ensure that we are delivering the best standard of care for tamariki. You are a role model in your leadership style - you are able to work collaboratively to set clear goals, inspire and motivate teams to work towards these goals and hold yourself and your team to account. . You are able to call out issues when you see them and take action to solve problems. . You are calm under pressure and can lead influentially and effectively in a crisis.

Key requirements of the role include:

• Experience of leading operational teams in a large complex organisation preferable in a care setting.
• Background in the social services sector or related fields.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices 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 $147,010 and $162,887 dependant on experience. We offer a vibrant, motivated 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 17th April 2025

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.