NeSI grows the computing capability of New Zealand’s researchers, for our future prosperity. Every day, we support researchers in solving demanding research problems. We are a small team that tackle advanced computing and data technologies to power research. New Zealand eScience Infrastructure (https://www.nesi.org.nz/) is a high-performance computing and data platform for researchers across New Zealand. NeSI offers a unique and creative environment, addressing demanding technology challenges to power research.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a driven Agile Portfolio Lead who will be tasked with supporting and enabling team-wide delivery against overall strategic goals while evolving agile and product practices within NeSI through ongoing team agile coaching and product development.

The key responsibilities will include:

• Advocating for agile values and principles which help teams connect with, and understand their relevance to everyday work.
• Establishing a shared definition of agile practice, benchmarking and measuring the progress of maturity development over time.
• Leading the adoption of key tools and platforms to support agile ways of working.
• Supporting the leadership team in developing strategic portfolio plans, including tracking and facilitating delivery across and within teams.

For more information on the role, please view the POSITION DESCRIPTION.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will be a goal-orientated agile practitioner who will be able to lead and guide the successful adoption and execution of agile practices across the business.  In addition, you will also have the following:

• Agile certifications in Coaching, Facilitation, Leadership
• Demonstrated experience of agile methodologies such as Scrum, XP, Kanban, Lean, Systems Thinking or others
• Experience mentoring, coaching, and training teams in product and agile methods
• Extensive prior experience in influencing and managing Agile transitions for complex organisations
• Capable of working across levels of the organisation from individual team members, to stakeholders and business owners, to C-suite and Board of Directors or equivalent
• Understand the complexities of working within a matrix managed, distributed and/or virtual organisation
• Experience of working on complicated or advanced technology based projects.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is dedicated to providing an excellent and stimulating environment for its employees which ensures a healthy work-life balance through: 

• Five weeks’ annual leave per annum
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• 37.5 hours working week
• Flexible employment practices
• Additional parental leave payments
• Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services.

For more information on the benefits of working here, see our Staff Benefits page.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Sunday 20th February 2022 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV combined as one document.  

Covid-19 Vaccination

The University of Auckland is committed to protecting the health, safety and well-being of our staff and students.  All students, staff and visitors need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, or medically exempt, in order to come onto our campuses or to take part in face-to-face University-managed activities. Therefore, we are only able to consider applicants who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have a New Zealand Ministry of Health issued medical exemption and evidence of this will be requested as part of your employment. You can read more about the University’s vaccination policy here.

Overseas Applicants

In accordance with our commitment to equitable recruitment, the University welcomes applications from all suitably qualified and experienced candidates. In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government has imposed a travel ban and are currently only allowing New Zealand Residents, Citizens and visa holders meeting a strict exception policy to enter the country, all of whom must currently enter Government approved quarantine for seven days on arrival.  

It is uncertain when these border restrictions will change, and this may impact the degree to which an offshore candidate can engage in the interview process; or be available to commence in a new position. For more information and updates on the border restrictions visit the Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government’s official Covid-19 website.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz