About MSD The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. Were in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide: Employment services, income, and housing support to people of all ages Funding to community service providers Social policy and advice to government As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Mori, whnau, hap, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are. Its an exciting time to join us.

MSD has embarked upon a multi-year transformation of services to New Zealanders. Effective, modern technology will be key to enabling this transformation and we have an extensive programme of work underway. Practice Lead - Testing and Quality Assurance - Wellington or Auckland The Improvement, Systems and Technology (IST) group are all about enabling people and partners with improved services and effective technologies so New Zealanders can easily access the support they need.

The Improvement, Systems and Technology group is organising into practices to foster continuous learning, collaboration, and expertise. Our newly established practices need passionate, driven and experienced leaders to pave the way for MSDs transformation. Have a look at our Technology Strategy https://www.

msd.govt.nz/about-msd-and-our-work/publications-resources/corporate/msd-technology-strategy.

html Tnei tranga | About the role As a Practice Lead, you will provide people and technical leadership to our Testing and Quality Assurance Practice, supporting the Practice Manager with the development and overall success of the practice and its people. Working collaboratively with a team of Test and Quality Assurance Practice Leads, you will equip members of the practice with the skills, tools, and common methodologies to consistently deliver value, quality and functional excellence. You will play a key role in embedding the practice model within IST, enhancing MSDs whanau, and fostering a positive experience across IST.

Listen to what the General Manager Practice and Capability Development has to say about this exciting opportunity https://youtu.be/ipcf1HzigWU Takohanga tuhinga o mua | Key accountabilities and deliverables Support the Practice Manager in overseeing the practices overall performance, ensuring consistency and quality of skills and methodology. Collaborate with the Practice Manager and Delivery stakeholders on sourcing and recruitment needs for the practice.

Provide people and technical leadership as well as actively participating in the delivery of Test and Quality Assurance across IST and MSD. Support the people in the practice to develop their capabilities through mentoring and coaching. Position Description htt.