| Position | Quality Lead |
| Posted | 06 Aug 2026 |
| Expired | 05 Sep 2026 |
| Company | New Zealand Government |
| Location | Wellington | NZ |
| Job Type | Full Time |
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Quality Lead – Permanent, Full Time OpportunityChampion practice excellence in our quality assurance space Influence continuous practice improvement Come work in a role which will align to your values! Wellington-based role, with location flexibility for candidates who can travel regularly to Wellington. This position also requires travel as required around the motu. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to better outcomes for the tamariki and whānau we work with by helping monitor the quality of practice and supporting continuous improvement across Oranga Tamariki. As Quality Lead, you will be part of a supportive team with a strong culture of working together, sharing expertise and always looking for ways to strengthen how we do our work.
Mō mātou | About us\nOranga 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 journeyWe are committed to ensuring that NewZealand 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\nReporting to the Manager QPI Methodology and Insights, the Quality Lead will take a lead in promoting practice excellence and ensuring quality systems and functions are in place to provide credible information, advice and analysis on the quality of practice for tamariki and their whānau. Of key importance will be your strong analytical skills and experience in quality assurance and continuous improvement frameworks and methodologies, including strong understanding of social work practice. You will use evidence and data to draw clear conclusions, identify opportunities for practice improvement and provide tailored advice that supports consistent, high-quality service delivery for tamariki and their whānau. This is a pivotal role where you will lead and promote the delivery of effective and timely practice quality assurance services, drive continuous improvement across processes and systems, and help build capability by coaching and mentoring members of the team and the wider group. You will bring strong leadership skills to facilitate discussions, negotiate persuasively and influence decision making, working collaboratively with senior leaders to support informed decisions and contribute to positive outcomes for tamariki and young people.
Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring\nKey requirements of the role include:
\nWe 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.
\nOranga Tamariki offers a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $125,926 and $139,459 dependent on experience. To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit -with-us/employee-benefits/.
\nApplications close just before midnight on Wednesday 12 August, 2026.
\nWe may begin reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
\nIf 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.
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