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A centre of excellence for leadership development and learning in the public sector.
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Curiosity, challenge and making a difference
Audrey Sonerson, Director-General of Health and Chief Executive of Ministry of Health, never planned to become a chief executive. Instead, she followed opportunities to learn, influence outcomes and m…
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Adam Allington, 2026 Harkness Fellowship recipient
The Harkness Fellowships Trust (NZ) has announced Adam Allington as the 2026 New Zealand Harkness Fellow.
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ANZSOG 2027 Executive Master of Public Administration
We coordinate agency nominations for the EMPA, on behalf of Public Service Commission Te Kawa Mataaho.
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Karl Le Quesne, Chief Electoral Officer and Chief Executive leads in a system where trust, access, integrity and timeliness must be balanced every step of the way. He shares how his leadership journey…
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Programmes and events
See allTe Kaitaki | New Leader of Leaders Development
21 October 2026–22 June 2027 | Wellington
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Te Putanga | Leadership in Practice
28 January–14 October 2027 | Wellington
Applications close 6 November, apply or learn more.
Te Kaihautū | New People Leader Development
10 March–16 November 2027 | Wellington
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Executive Leader Development Programme
11 March–12 December 2027 | Wellington
Applications close 16 October, apply or learn more.
Te Manutaki | New Senior System Leader Development
16 March - 25 May 2027 | Wellington
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Leadership programme testimonials
“It is such an amazing opportunity to be able to learn in a way that felt safe but still challenged you to grow and I could not be more grateful that I had the opportunity.”
“It’s given me more confidence. I don’t get into the detail as much. I’m thinking more strategically and have a vision for my team. I’m collaborating more across the system.”
“This programme has given me a toolkit of skills to be a better manager for myself, my team and my organisation.”