Advisor / Senior 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

• Permanent, Full-Time.
• Wellington Central.

We are seeking a motivated Advisor or Senior Advisor to join our Te Reo Māori Workforce Supply and Leadership team within our Education Workforce Supply & Leadership Group.

We are a team with a strong passion for making a difference in the lives of our ākonga.

You will work in a great team to:

• provide high quality and responsive analysis and advice
• contribute to and support programmes of work that may be complex, ambiguous and sensitive
• develop innovative, practical, and effective customer centric policy options and initiatives.

Salary range: Advisor $74,815 - $90,347 per annum plus KiwiSaver; Senior Advisor $85,225 - $103,071 plus KiwiSaver. 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 descriptions here; Advisor, Senior Advisor .

About you | Mōhou ake

We’re looking for professionals that are happy working in an operational policy space. We are interested in hearing about any form of experience, in policy or otherwise, you have that would benefit our mahi.

To be successful in the role, you need to be curious and a critical thinker and problem solver. You’ll be a great communicator and work collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders, developing relationships at all levels.

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.

Advisor- you offer:

• research, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather, assess and synthesise information
• communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise policy documents, and effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders
• an ability to work independently and collaborate in a fast-paced environment, with high attention to accuracy and detail.
• commitment to achieving results for Māori.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

Senior Advisor- you offer:

• well developed business writing and presentation skills.
• critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• developed skills in policy creation, capable of simplifying complex information.
• demonstrated ability in evidence-based decision-making, including expertise in using data analytics tools like Power BI for strategic insights and policy development.
• commitment to achieving results for Māori.
• The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

Te Pou Ohumahi Mātauranga | Education Workforce is a key part of the Ministry of Education. We develop the education workforce strategy, including a focus on specialist services, employment relations, pay equity, education payroll, education workforce supply and leadership, and scholarship functions.

The Te Reo Māori Workforce Supply and Leadership team is part of Education Workforce Supply & Leadership within Te Pou Ohumahi Mātauranga | Education Workforce. Our team is responsible for lifting the number, diversity and calibre of the education workforce, aligned to Government expectations and commitments. We shape the supply of a workforce with appropriate skills and qualifications to teach and support ākonga in schools, kura and early learning services. We support and develop strategies/initiatives and delivering solutions for school Leadership growth.  We work with a wide range of stakeholders and functional groups within and beyond the Ministry.

We are proud of our mahi and the culture of our teams. We appreciate and support each other and develop strong relationships that underpin our ability to deliver good work.

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 Zak Sutton, at zak.sutton@education.govt.nz

Applications close: Midnight, Sunday 28th June 2026.

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.