Lead Adviser
- Permanent, full-time role, flexible location
- Opportunity to support the development, and implementation of programmes and new initiatives which support ākonga in early learning services, schools/kura, and other education settings
He mea tārai e mātou te mātauranga kia rangatira ai, kia mana taurite ai ōna huanga
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 ākonga in our education system.
Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga recognises the partnership founded under Te Tiriti o Waitangi between Māori and the Crown. We are committed to having Te Tiriti o Waitangi at the forefront of our work for and with Māori students, their whānau, hapū and iwi.
Mō tēnei tūranga | About this role
The Lead Adviser is responsible for the preparation and delivery of communication methods and channels, including the Ministry's Bulletin for School Leaders and the Early Learning Bulletin, to support delivery of sector focused work programmes and operational policy. They are also responsible for specific communication activities and are the key liaison with the central communication team.
To be successful in this role you will
- Bring your sound judgement, initiative, and will be committed to delivering high-quality work
- You will display leadership and be able to influence and enthuse others through personal advocacy, vision, and drive, in collaboration with colleagues.
We offer:
- Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued and supported
- The ability to purchase extra days leave
- A range of employee network groups
- An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey
- Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments
- Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing
Mōhou ake | About you
As the Lead Adviser, you will:
- Be an experienced proofreader with good writing and technical skills.
- Have the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressured environment and deliver quality work to tight deadlines.
- Work collaboratively with teams within Te Pae Aronui, the wider Ministry and key stakeholder groups to achieve quality outcomes.
- Work consistently to established timeframes, managing own input and supporting others to contribute within timeframes.
- Manage the databases used by the engagement team to ensure their accuracy and integrity and be able to use a broad range of data and information as the mahi requires.
- Provide back up to the wider Executive Services team and Office of the Hautū Te Mahau Te Pae Aronui, as required.
- Collaborate with the team to lead delivery of quality mahi.
- Establish strong working relationships with key stakeholders to ensure effective engagement and collaboration.
- Work collaboratively to design and embed the systems and processes needed to support new services and align them with related supports and initiatives.
- Model an attitude of high performance and ownership of results and encourage others to do the same.
You will make decisions in accordance with the Ministry's policies and delegations' framework.
You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.
Mātau rōpū ake | About our Ministry, group, and team
At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whānau. To better deliver on this, we are undergoing an organisational design change. The transition phase to improve the way we deliver our purpose will be complete in 2023.
Te Pae Aronui was established within Te Mahau to provide the education sector with support and services that are more locally responsive, more accessible, and integrated.
It is the place where everything Te Tāhuhu does for ākonga can come together. We gather insights, regulate, have service design and delivery functions, understand ākonga, whānau, communities and businesses - and use that to shape and influence the direction of education in Aotearoa New Zealand.
As part of Te Mahau, we work with whānau, hapū, iwi, early learning services and schools / kura, to support ākonga and kaiako to create interactions in the magic space where learning happens.
We have a critical role to support a proactive and future-focused Te Tāhuhu that delivers on equity and excellence for all ākonga. By 2025, we aspire to transform Te Pae Aronui so that: people are thriving, connections are strong, the system is sound and we are producing equitable outcomes for ākonga and whānau.
Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi? | Are you ready to make a difference?
We are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve, and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, orientations, and identities.
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and CV by using the ‘apply' button below. In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, your whakapapa or anything you'd like to share about your cultural identity. We're keen to know your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
You are also welcome to reach out to Veranay Samuels for more information at tepaearonui.recruitment@education.govt.nz
Applications close Midnight - 28 May 2023
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.
