Advisor, Change

7 days ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

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 students in our education system.

**About this role | Mo tenei turanga**

This is a permanent, fulltime role, working in the Change Team within Sector Change and Implementation. This role works closely with the Principal Advisor Change, and Manager, Change to raise the visibility and effectiveness of Change across the organisation.

In this role, you'll partner with business groups and the Change Team to understand what's happening across the government's priority work programme - particularly what it means for our frontline teams and wider sector. With visibility across a broad range of initiatives, you'll help bring a change lens to support planning and delivery.

We do this by listening first, then offering practical and realistic change advice, tools, templates, and support that reflect each team's unique context and level of readiness.

For more details about the role, you can view the**Job Description here**.**

**About you | Mohou ake**

To thrive in this role, you'll enjoy working creatively to help regional teams and the sector understand what's coming and how to prepare.

You'll bring:

- Experience in Change Management or relevant, transferrable skills
- A pragmatic approach to Change - focused on what's needed to support people well
- A positive, flexible attitude and willingness to adapt as needed
- The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

This unique role offers the chance to work across both internal and external change, learn from experienced change professionals, and contribute to a supportive team environment. We take a systems-thinking approach to our work, always aiming to make it better for akonga.

**About our group and team | Matau ropu ake**

The Sector Change and Implementation Group supports Te Tahuhu (Ministry of Education) to successfully implement government initiatives, services and policies that impact the Education sector, our frontline takiwa (regional) staff and akonga and whanau. We partner with our takiwa colleagues to understand local context and priorities, and to support their leadership of successful change in the sector.

The Change Team supports Te Tahuhu, our group, and our regional teams with best practice change approaches. We assess impact of sector-facing change and make sure takiwa have what they need to understand, lead, and support change in their communities.

**Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mo tenei 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 - Wednesday 24 September 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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