Transformational Leader for Education Innovation

10 hours ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Decipher Group Full time

About Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education

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Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education is a national professional services company that empowers communities through inclusive, future-focused, and culturally responsive learning solutions. With a steadfast commitment to equitable outcomes for all learners, the team supports the education ecosystem in Aotearoa by providing innovative solutions, including professional learning and development, cultural capability building, curriculum design, content development, and research and evaluation.

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About the Opportunity

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We are seeking a visionary leader who will provide strategic and inspirational leadership to our organisation. As the Tumu Whakarae (Chief Executive Officer), you will lead with vision, business acumen, and commercial nous, build a high-performing culture, and elevate our impact. This role offers the chance to shape the future of education in Aotearoa and leave a lasting legacy.

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Your Key Responsibilities

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• Partner with the Board to implement a forward-thinking strategy that positions Tātai Aho Rau as a leading professional services organisation for education.

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• Uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and support the practice of tikanga Māori across the organisation.

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• Lead and empower a high-performing team, continuing to build a culture that aligns with our strategy and values.

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• Develop and execute strategic and operational plans to ensure our continued relevance, impact, and growth.

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• Strengthen relationships with iwi, communities, and key stakeholders to enhance our influence and effectiveness.

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• Foster an environment that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification and have held leadership positions within the education ecosystem. Your leadership style will balance confidence with humility and demonstrate exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

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Your ability to inspire, influence, and manage diverse stakeholders will ensure we continue to thrive and deliver on our strategic aspirations. With proven transformational leadership experience, you will bring the strategic vision and commercial acumen needed to navigate financial sustainability and growth.

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As an empathetic and authentic leader, you will inspire trust, foster collaboration, and motivate teams to achieve excellence. Passionate about education and socially conscious, you will bring high energy, resilience, and an unwavering focus on equity, innovation, and cultural responsiveness.

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Estimated Salary: $180,000 - $220,000 per annum

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Location: Wellington or Christchurch based



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