Director of Education for Taranaki Whanganui

4 days ago

Wanganui, New Zealand Ministry of Education NZ Full time

Job Type: Permanent- Location: Whanganui, 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 ākonga in our education system.

**About this role |Mō tēnei tūranga**

The Director of Education leads the delivery of Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga | Ministry of Education services across the region by coordinating and facilitating organisational and sector efforts to create an education system that raises achievement for all New Zealanders.

They are directly accountable for the performance of the area to deliver responsive solutions in order to realise the local education priorities and goals.

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**

Your extensive experience as a senior leader within a large, complex organisation, preferably in service delivery will be crucial to your success within this role.

You will also offer:

- A proven track record in change leadership and successful implementation and management of multiple and diverse programmes and services.
- Understanding of the levers and challenges of educational achievement.
- Proven track-record in delivering equitable outcomes for Maori, Pacific and/or people with special education needs.
- Highly developed engagement and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a broad range of cultural settings, including tikanga Maori.You will join a highly effective, collaborative team of regional leaders who collectively support the education sector across the central North Island.

**About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake**

Te Mahau | Te Tai Whenua (Central) provides leadership and integrated services to the education sector and others. This includes services such as learning support and education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services. We also share practice and learnings collaboratively with other Te Mahau and Ministry Groups to support insights driven guidance, design and policy.

We work closely with the Early Childhood and Schooling sectors, providers, and communities to provide support, expertise, and resources to help children and young people reach their full potential.

**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 - Sunday 22 September 2024.**
- 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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