Applications Lead

2 days ago

Wellington City, New Zealand Ministry of Education NZ Full time

Job Type: Fixed Term
- Location: Wellington, NZ

**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 | Mō tēnei tūranga**

This is a Fixed Term position for 12 months.

This includes:

- Engaging with interested schools and sponsors
- Facilitating statutory consultation and decision-making
- Liaising with the Ministry of Education and Education Review Office
- Providing regular updates and advice to the Authorisation Board and Chief Executive.

**About you | Mōhou ake**

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Experience in managing statutory processes and project management
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proven ability to deliver clear, concise advice to senior leaders and boards
- Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills
- A collaborative, agile mindset with a commitment to public service values
- Education sector experience is a plus, but not essential
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across a diverse group, including Ministry of Education, schools, iwi, communities and sponsors
- Strong advisory capability, with effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to both self-manage and to play an active role in a high functioning team
- The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

**About our Agency | Mātau rōpū ake**

The Charter School Agency is a departmental agency that receives services and support from the Ministry of Education. The Agency opened on 1 July 2024 and is responsible for the delivery of charter schools | kura hourua. The first tranche of charter schools opened in Term 1 2025 with a second tranche planned to open in the coming terms.

This includes information about the differences between charter schools and state schools, about the Charter School Agency, about the Authorisation Board, and information for sponsors.

At the Charter School Agency, our mission is to lift student achievement, strengthen and diversify our education system. We do this so that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed.

Charter schools | kura hourua offer high quality education with diverse choices for students and families, greater flexibility for educators, and increased accountability.

With the child at the heart of what we do, we achieve better outcomes together.

**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.

**Applications close Midnight Thursday 3 July 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._

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