Education Advisor

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 a fixed term, full time role until December 2025, Based in our Botany Office

Do you have a passion for improving educational outcomes for children and their families and whānau? Are you currently in the education sector and ready to take another career move?

Now is an exciting time at the Ministry of Education. We are working differently with the sector and communities so that our education system can deliver the best outcomes for children and whānau.

The Ministry's highest priorities are to raise achievement for all. Participation in quality early learning is a priority. This role will give you the opportunity to work collaboratively with the sector, parents, families and whānau and communities to develop local solutions that will increase participation and improve quality early learning provision.

Education Advisors take a lead role in supporting ākonga, families and education sector. This requires excellent relationship management skills and an in-depth knowledge of the education sector.

Salary range: $65,001 - $78,395 per annum + 3% kiwi saver.  The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view the job description here. 

About you | Mōhou ake

To be successful in this role you will have the following capabilities and competencies:

• Knowledge and experience working with the NZ Curriculum.
• Knowledge and experience working within the school sector.
• The confidence to work across a diverse range of schools and contexts.
• Strong networks and experience working with Māori medium and Pacific ECE services.
• Have experience in assessing information to make objective judgments against criteria and recommending courses of action.
• Have the ability to analyse complex issues to produce clear and succinct written work with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Have experience in dealing with complex relationships, including influencing and negotiation skills.
• A tertiary qualification in education or other relevant discipline.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

You will demonstrate knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori and promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori. You will also have knowledge of, or a willingness to gain an appreciation of te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi) as it applies in the public sector.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

Te Mahau | Te Tai Raro (South) is a frontline group. Our frontline groups collectively provide leadership and integrated services to the sector and others. This includes services, such as learning support and education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services. As a frontline group we develop and harness existing relationships with communities at the regional and local level through the Directors of Education, including deep relationships with iwi and hapū. Our Directors of Education have the lead role and relationship with early learning, kōhanga, school and kura, and this means they will be across all the services we provide at a local level.

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.

For further information, please contact Recruitment Waka at Recruitment.waka@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight – Friday 25 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.