Senior Education Advisor - Māori Medium

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 ākonga in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

• Full-time permanent role.
• This is based in our Whangārei office, Te Tai Tokerau.

As a Senior Education Advisor, Māori Medium, you will be able to make a difference in strengthening educational performance in schools and kura, with a particular focus on our Māori-medium kura across Tai Tokerau

In this role you will work directly with our tumuaki, senior school leaders, Kāhui Ako | Communities of Learning and Boards of Trustees.

As part of the regional team, you will ensure that sector leaders and the communities in which they operate have access to the expertise, programmes and resources that allow Ākonga Māori to reach their full potential.

Salary range: $84,425 - $102,271 per annum + 3% kiwi saver.  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. 

We also offer:

• Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & 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.

About you | Mōhou ake

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in education or leadership, or an equivalent level of practical experience, preferably as an experienced Tumuaki.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with student achievement data to determine needs and priorities.
• Experience in developing and implementing projects.
• The ability to develop strong working relationships both within and outside the Ministry.
• In-depth knowledge of Tikanga Māori and fluency in Te Reo Māori (written and spoken).
• An understanding of education systems in New Zealand, and relevant education legislation.
• An understanding of factors which influence learner achievement and participation.
• Knowledge of the New Zealand National Curriculum, and Te Marauranga o Aotearoa, the curriculum for Māori immersion education.
• An understanding of National Education and Learning Priorities (NELP), Ka Hikitia, the Action Plan for Pacific Education, and Success for All and how these documents impact on this work.
• A current full driver’s licence.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

You will demonstrate knowledge of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills,
• An ability to work effectively across a diverse range of settings, and
• Proficiency in the use of Te Reo Māori

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

Te Mahau │ Te Tai Raro is the key interface between Te Mahau | Ministry of Education and education providers. It is our role to ensure that sector leaders and the communities in which they operate have access to the expertise, programmes and resources that will allow our children and young people to reach their full potential.

We give effect to government and ministry policy and support education and community leadership within a self-managing system, to bring about the positive changes required to lift aspiration and raise educational achievement for all.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei 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 Jody Barrell, Manager Integrated Services at Jody.Barrell@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight – Sunday 12 January 2024.

• Shortlisting will commence the week beginning 13 January 2025.
• Interviews are estimated to take place the week beginning 20 January 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