Team Manager Operational Policy

**Team Manager Operational Policy & Implementation** Te Amorangi Matauranga Matua, the Tertiary Education Commission - is a small Crown agency with a big job to do - ensuring New Zealanders have the skills and the knowledge they need to build a great life, and ensure New Zealand thrives. We invest over $3.5 billion annually across the tertiary education and careers systems. If you're looking for your "why", then come and join us at TEC. We truly believe in the transformational benefits of education and vocational training and seek to lift the aspirations and skill bases of all New Zealanders. We value collaboration, integrity, and service by working together to make a meaningful difference for all New Zealanders. If you're passionate about education and want to help design operational policy that drives real impact, this is a great opportunity. **He angitutanga**:_About the Role_ The Operational Policy & Implementation group uses collaborative design to bridge the gap between tertiary funding policies and their implementation, driving positive outcomes for Aotearoa's learners, communities, and employers. The Team Manager Operational Policy & Implementation leads the Senior Advisors and Advisors within the group and reports to the Manager Operational Policy & Implementation alongside Principal Advisors. This role is pivotal in connecting strategy to delivery, fostering collaboration across directorates, and ensuring our policies work for learners, providers, and stakeholders. Collectively, the focus of the group is to: - Advise on the implementation of policy proposals and settings - Design operational policy solutions that deliver on policy intent and support organisational strategy - Support the Ministry of Education to develop secondary legislation that governs funding for tertiary education and lead the development of funding conditions - Provide advice and guidance on the interpretation of legislation and related policy products **He korero mou**_:_**_ What we are looking for_ We're looking for a confident and collaborative leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about shaping operational policy that makes a real difference. You will bring a mix of strategic thinking and practical delivery skills, with the ability to lead and inspire a team. Your experience will enable you to navigate complex policy and operational challenges, and your communication skills will help you build strong relationships internally and externally. Your skills enable you to: - Lead a team and develop a high-performance culture - Lead with emotional intelligence and be passionate about people development - Effectively commission work and allocate resources - Take strategy and policy and turn it into a successful, implementable activity - Work collaboratively and with influence within the group, across the business, and with external government and sector stakeholders **_Nga ahuatanga kei a matou_**: _What's in it for you_ - Three additional (TEC Days) leave days - A range of benefits including flexible working options and a wellness programme - A motivated and supportive manager and leadership team, keen to make the most of your skill set - Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme - A focus on Career development and internal opportunities - At TEC we are committed to supporting a range of flexible working arrangements to help staff manage their work and personal commitments; we expect team members to be in the office at least three days per week to help collaboration. The salary range for this position starts from $139,760 up to $164,424 + 3% KiwiSaver depending on demonstrable skills and experience. **Me pehea te tuku tono**: _How to Apply_ Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand. Prior to the Tertiary Education Commission confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.