Senior 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 ākonga in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

• Senior Education Advisor – Permanent Full-time
• Dunedin Office, Otago/Southland Region

Do you have a passion for improving educational outcomes for all learners? Are you currently in the education sector and ready to take a career move? If you have a passion for improving educational achievement for all learners including Māori and Pacific.

Are you enthusiastic, committed to building collaborative relationships and open to ways of doing things differently? We could have a role for you.

We have a great opportunity for the right person to join our Otago/Southland Team at the Ministry of Education.

We are looking someone to collaborate with school leaders, boards of trustees and colleagues, to enhance educational outcomes for all students within our community. There will be a particular focus on assisting schools and kura to navigate and successfully implement educational change, with particular focus on attendance and achievement.

Salary range: $84,425 - $102,271 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

We are looking for a person who has:

• The ability to influence others with knowledge, skills and experience in improving student engagement and achievement.
• A good understanding of the New Zealand education system and of legislation relevant to education
• Experience, preferably at a leadership level, in Secondary or Primary education, Māori medium, or school governance.
• Relationship and stakeholder management experience
• The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• The ability to partner with others to support and implement change initiatives.
• A relevant tertiary qualification
• A full New Zealand driver’s licence

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

At Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga, we work to provide services and support nationally, regionally and locally to the education sector, and in some cases, directly to ākonga and whanau.

The successful candidate will be based in the Dunedin office. They will join a supportive and performance-driven team environment.

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.

Please note : Applications via email will not be accepted.

For further information, please contact Judith Forbes – Manager, Integrated Services at judith.forbes@education.govt.nz  or call 03 467 7931.

Application close: Midnight Sunday, 20 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.