Test Manager

About the Role

The Ministry of Justice in New Zealand is seeking a Test Manager for the Te Au Reka programme, a pivotal three-year fixed-term position based in Wellington CBD. This role involves leading the transformation of justice administration by replacing manual, paper-driven processes with a modern digital case management system, significantly enhancing how courts and tribunals operate and how justice is accessed throughout New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive implementation planning and coordinate delivery across multiple programme workstreams.
• Manage complex dependencies among technology, operational teams, change management, and external partners.
• Support business readiness activities, including go-live planning and smooth transition into new systems.
• Facilitate cross-functional sessions to develop integrated delivery plans.
• Identify implementation risks and devise effective mitigation strategies.
• Provide strategic guidance to programme leadership regarding implementation options and constraints.
• Conduct impact assessments and readiness reviews to ensure successful delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business units, delivery teams, vendors, and external collaborators.
• Contribute to governance forums by delivering insights on implementation risks and status updates.
• Advocate for high standards in delivery, continual improvement, and a collaborative working environment.

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience in test management within complex, large-scale environments.
• Proven ability to develop and oversee enterprise or programme-level testing strategies.
• Strong leadership skills in managing and nurturing testing teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in advising senior executives and governance bodies on testing and quality assurance.
• Experience leading testing activities within Agile, Continuous Delivery, or DevOps frameworks.
• Excellent analytical skills with evidence-based decision-making capabilities.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influence skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical details to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Relevant testing qualifications, certifications, or equivalent professional experience.

About the Ministry

Te Tāhū o te Ture—the Ministry of Justice—is committed to fostering public trust in New Zealand's legal system. The ministry values diversity and inclusion, welcoming people of all identities, ages, ethnicities, orientations, abilities, and beliefs.

Benefits

• 4.4 weeks of annual holiday leave
• Flexible working hours where feasible
• Access to an online professional development portal
• Participation in various inclusive and proactive support networks

Additional Information

The salary offered ranges from $128427 to $176789 annually, dependent on the candidate's expertise and experience. Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date of 29 July 2026; however, applications will be assessed as they arrive. Queries can be directed to recruitment@justice.govt.nz referencing the specific job number.