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Manager, Prevention Insights & System Engagement
full-time•Wellington•NZD 164k - NZD 232k
About this role
- Lead ACC’s insight‑driven injury prevention strategy
- Shape system‑wide collaboration and influence government decisions
- Grow and empower a high‑performing, evidence‑driven team
- Wellington location
About us | Mō mātou
ACC is a trusted and high-performing organisation, providing care, supporting recovery and promoting injury prevention, now and into the future.
You can find more about ACC and the work we do here.
About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi
This is a pivotal leadership role at the centre of ACC’s injury prevention system. As Manager, Prevention Insights & System Engagement, you will lead a team delivering high‑quality, evidence-based insights that shape ACC’s prevention strategy and influence system‑wide change.
The role champions the use of data, research, and behavioural insights to identify risks, anticipate trends, and target interventions, particularly for high‑risk groups. An understanding of the machinery of government ensures prevention advice is grounded in public sector realities and able to influence policy, investment settings, and broader government priorities.
It sets an ambitious work programme, strengthens cross‑functional collaboration, and builds trusted relationships across ACC and the wider system. Leadership in this role embeds prevention into core policies and programmes, while supporting a culture of informed, insight‑driven decision‑making.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the development of actionable, insight‑driven advice for ACC’s injury prevention strategy.
- Translating complex data into meaningful insights that guide prioritisation and investment.
- Integrating research and evidence into prevention initiatives and policy influence.
- Overseeing compelling, data‑driven business cases for prevention programmes.
- Championing behavioural and equity‑focused change initiatives.
- Building strong partnerships across government, sector partners, and internal teams.
- Leading and developing a collaborative, high‑performing team.
About you | Mōu
You’re an experienced leader who thrives in complex environments and enjoys turning insights into action. You bring strategic thinking, strong analytical capability, and a deep understanding of how public sector systems operate.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Extensive experience in prevention, public health, data analytics, or a related field.
- Significant leadership experience managing high performing teams and being part of a leadership team driving strategic change for a function.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change.
- Proven ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
- Strong experience in business case development and evidence‑based decision‑making.
- Expertise in behavioural science, economic modelling, or cost‑effectiveness analysis.
- Experience leading high-performing, cross‑functional programmes and influencing senior stakeholders and system change.
- Strong communication skills, including experience with behaviour‑change or media campaigns.
- Demonstrated leadership in applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in policy, systems, or service design.
If you’re motivated by impact, enjoy shaping system‑level change, and want to lead a team doing meaningful work for Aotearoa, this role offers a rare opportunity.
Working at ACC | Mō ACC
At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. It matters to us that people feel free to be themselves at work.
We offer:
• Employee networks supporting colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Flexible working options to suit your needs and ours.
The indicative salary range for this role is $164,705 – $232,525 depending on skills and experience. ACC also offers a generous 9% employer superannuation contribution.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Applications close 5pm, 10 February 2026. We may begin screening earlier if we find strong candidates. Please apply through the ACC Careers Website and include your CV and cover letter outlining why you’re a great fit. If you encounter accessibility issues or have questions about the role, please email HR Help.
What you'll do
- Lead the development of actionable, insight-driven advice for ACC’s injury prevention strategy and oversee compelling, data-driven business cases for prevention programmes. Build strong partnerships across government and sector partners while leading a high-performing team.
About ACC New Zealand
ACC NZ is an organisation quite unlike any other - in fact we are the only one of our kind in the world! At our heart is the fact we are an innovative New Zealand organisation born out of an idea - one focused on looking after the best interests of our people. So it will come as little surprise that a job with us offers an opportunity to do something that directly benefits the people of New Zealand, while also benefitting your career.
There are three words that encapsulate our reason for being: prevention, care and recovery. We exist to actively minimise the chance of accidents happening. But when they do, we are here to help people with the appropriate levels of care and recovery with the aim of returning them to their normal lives faster.
As you might expect, there are many people involved in making all this happen, and that's why there are many and varied career opportunities within our organisation. From Case Managers and Claims Managers to Clinical Advisors and Technical Claims Managers we offer many roles which open up a range of development avenues with ACC. What's more, we have locations around the country, all of which offer supportive, collegial workplaces.
As part of the ACC's team of talented and passionate people you can also look forward to a host of benefits including flexible working options, competitive remuneration, ongoing career development opportunities, and a discounted healthcare scheme. So if ACC sounds like your type of place, let's talk today.
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As a Manager, Prevention Insights & System Engagement at ACC New Zealand, you will: lead the development of actionable, insight-driven advice for ACC’s injury prevention strategy and oversee compelling, data-driven business cases for prevention programmes. Build strong partnerships across government and sector partners while leading a high-performing team..
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