Senior Advisor, Network

Help shape the future of education in New Zealand

Help shape the future of Education

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

About this role | Mo tenei turanga

We have a Permanent, Full-time position for the role of Senior Advisor Network, at our Lower Hutt Office.

The Senior Adviser Network works collaboratively with key stakeholders to provide timely, high-quality advice and support for changes to the school network including new initiatives, enrolment scheme management and implementation of changes. The role supports regional office operational planning for education provision.

This requires working with Territorial Local Authorities (TLAs), schools and kura, ECE, school boards, and other groups including government agencies, and internal Ministry of Education staff, in order to identify changing needs within the schooling network so that the Ministry is able to respond effectively.

You will be preparing and contributing to Ministerial Reports, submissions, briefings and official information requests.

Salary range : $84,425 - $102,271 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.

About you | Mohou ake

To be successful in this role, you will have the following experience and capabilities:

• Experience working in a complex organisation
• Experience in building relationships and partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.
• Knowledge and understanding of the NZ education system
• Ability to build a good understanding of the wider regional environment and trends, and identify potential opportunities risks and issues before they arise.
• Understanding of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and their implications on network provision within the education sector.
• Working knowledge of tikanga Maori and self-starting confidence to build relationships with iwi, whanau and hapu.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

About our group and team | Matau ropu ake

The Operations and Insights team is part of Te Mahau | Te Tai Runga a frontline group that collectively provides leadership and integrated services, working with education providers, children and their whanau/families across the Wellington region. This includes services such as learning support, education advice and regulation functions for schools, kura, kohanga and early learning services.

As a frontline group we develop and harness existing relationships with communities at the regional and local level through the Directors of Education, including genuine relationships with iwi and hapu.

We also collectively strengthen relationships with our diverse communities who support Maori, Pacific peoples, disabled akonga and/or akonga with learning support needs, and akonga from disadvantaged backgrounds.

From within Te Mahau, you will work closely and collaboratively across different groups within the Ministry of Education. Including Infrastructure Management and property delivery teams.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mo tenei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the `apply' button. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share. We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Tempell Wi at Tempell.Wi@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight - 13 June 2025

We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.