Strategy Implementation Manager

About the organisation

Presbyterian Support New Zealand (PSNZ) is a national federation made up of seven Presbyterian Support organisations across New Zealand. Each regional organisation is independently governed and run, while the federation brings them together to share knowledge, good practice, and, where practical, resources nationwide.

Presbyterian Support’s purpose is to help people participate in their communities and live well. Its well-established services — Enliven, Family Works, Lifeline, and Shine — support communities throughout the country through social and health and disability services.

About the role

Presbyterian Support New Zealand is looking for an organised, proactive, and relationship-driven Strategy Implementation Manager / Kaiwhakahaere Rautaki – Tuitui ā-Motu (Tūranga Wā-Tūtahi) to support the National Executive Group (NEG).

This position suits someone who enjoys turning strategic plans into practical action, building strong cross-regional partnerships, and helping people work together toward shared outcomes in a busy environment.

The role is responsible for improving strategic alignment across regional organisations while respecting each region’s governance, identity, and operational independence. It also supports the National Executive Group, which includes the chief executives of each region and the Manukura of Te Kāhui Rangatira, the representative of Presbyterian Support’s rōpu Māori.

The position leads delivery of the PSNZ National Strategy.

Key strengths and experience

• A well-ordered and considered approach to managing both tasks and relationships.
• Strong interest in ongoing improvement, along with the ability to use technology to achieve effective outcomes at a national level.
• At least 5 years of experience in strategy implementation leadership.
• High standards of confidentiality, sound judgement, professionalism, and personal integrity.
• Ability to build trust quickly, communicate with empathy, and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships.
• Full New Zealand driver licence is required.

Additional information

This is a 12-month fixed-term, national role based in Greenlane, Central Auckland.

For questions or to request a copy of the role profile, contact [email protected].

The organisation also invites candidates to learn more about its careers and other opportunities through its careers page.

Join a team where your contribution will make a meaningful difference every day and help support positive community outcomes.

Application note

Applicants are encouraged to apply and become part of the team.