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Director, NZSL Strategy & Governance

Ministry of Social Development
📍 Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 07, 2026
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As the Director, you will play an influential leadership role in driving the strategic direction of NZSL work across government and the community.


You’ll lead Whaikaha’s relationship with the NZSL Board, ensuring its statutory and strategic functions are fulfilled, and champion NZSL as a taonga embedded in policy and practice.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide strategic advice to Ministers and senior leaders on NZSL outcomes

  • Lead the implementation and monitoring of the NZSL Strategy

  • Represent Whaikaha in Ministerial and interagency forums

  • Build strong partnerships with Deaf communities and government stakeholders

  • Oversee governance processes and support the NZSL Board

  • Manage budgets and ensure accountability reporting

  • Lead a high performing team with a culture of inclusion and accessibility

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    Job Details

    • Location Wellington, Wellington
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Top Executives
    • Posted Date July 07, 2026
    • Application Deadline August 16, 2026