People Technology and Systems Lead

Kāinga Ora - Homes and Communities

Wellington, KSA

Full Time

Lead

Hybrid

3 weeks ago

HRISAIAutomationSystem IntegrationData QualityStakeholder Management

Free

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This is a newly created role within Kāinga Ora’s People and Assurance team, reporting to the Manager, People Systems & Intelligence.
The People Technology & Systems Lead will lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of people related systems and technologies.
Working across key business groups—including HR, Finance, and enterprise technology functions—this role ensures people data, systems, and processes are integrated, aligned, and effectively support organisational priorities.

Lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of people related systems and technologies.
Ensure people data, systems, and processes are integrated, aligned, and effectively support organisational priorities.
Enable effective system integration, improving data quality and integrity, and supporting consistent, user friendly experiences.
Apply AI and automation in practical, responsible, and transparent ways, enhancing efficiency, supporting informed decision making, and improving service delivery.
Ensure systems, automation, and AI enabled tools are used to reduce administrative burden and streamline routine processes.
Contribute to uplifting workforce capability by ensuring people have the tools, confidence, and support needed to work effectively in a more integrated, digitally enabled environment.

Proven ability to translate emerging technologies, including AI and automation, into practical applications that improve productivity, support decision making, and enhance service delivery.
Strong understanding of what good looks like in people technology and systems, including HRIS, Finance system interfaces, and integrated workforce processes.
Experience delivering or supporting technology enabled transformation, with a focus on continuous improvement and real business outcomes.
Ability to work collaboratively across functions, including People, Org Development and Capability, Digital, Data & Analytics, Finance, Legal, Privacy, Risk, and Information Management.
Experience working alongside technology and delivery teams to define business requirements and enable successful implementation.
Strong focus on user experience and adoption, including improving digital interactions and encouraging effective use of systems and tools.
Experience supporting changes in ways of working, including introducing new technologies in a way that builds confidence and capability across the workforce.
Demonstrated ability to influence at senior levels and bring stakeholders on the journey through clear, practical, and people centred approaches.
A mindset focused on using technology to enable people to focus on higher value work, rather than replacing roles.
Experience with AI, automation, or digital tools, or the ability to rapidly build capability in this space.

Competitive salaries, five weeks' annual leave and a benefits package including a range of insurances, flexible working arrangements and career development.

At Kāinga Ora, ours is the important responsibility of transforming New Zealand’s housing choices, outcomes and the entire housing sector by creating homes and communities that allow New Zealanders to thrive.
We are passionate about transforming New Zealand for the better, including being a trusted partner for Māori and iwi under the guidance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

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