Principal Advisor Service Delivery

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

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Candidates located in and able to work in office in Wellington or Christchurch regions are preferred.

We have a permanent opportunity for the position of Principal Advisor to the Director, Strategic Programmes in Special Projects. It is an opportunity to work in a highly collaborative team with a focus on providing high quality analysis and trusted strategic and policy advice to support Ka Ora, Ka Ako | Healthy School Lunches and Ikura | Manaakitia te whare tangata Period Products programmes.

This role will work closely with the Director, Strategic Programmes and will operate with a high degree of accountability as you offer your judgement, insight and thought leadership around processes and policy for the programme.

The Principal Advisor works as a member of the Special Projects leadership team, provides cross functional leadership, and supports the Director to deliver on various programme functions.  Candidates located in and able to work in office in Wellington or Christchurch regions are preferred.
 

Salary range: $118,371 - $143,760 per annum + 3% 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 Description here.

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

To be successful in the role you will be an excellent collaborator who builds and maintains meaningful relationships. You will be experienced in working with senior leaders, servicing ministerial requests, and providing thought leadership to service delivery teams with sound advice and resolving issues.

You will be responsible for providing advice, support and ministerial servicing, championing continuous improvement, managing internal and external relationships, and providing sound analysis and review.

You will also offer:

• Experience in a complex organisation and a sound understanding of the machinery of government, public sector delivery structures and systems.
• Experience in building relationships and partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.
• Strong writing and presentation skills backed by exceptional advice and support.
• Experience and applied understanding of process and systems improvement methodologies.
• Ability to understand policy intent and identify implication for implementation and able to build requisite knowledge for different policy issues quickly.
• Ability to contribute to the design and implementation of Ministry strategic and operational procedures.
• Experience of working in flexible ways to manage moving priorities and focus and deliver results in a busy demanding environment.
• Clear communicator who is confidant to test ideas and concepts with others, can problem solve and work collaboratively with others to solve those problems.
• Understanding of best practice service delivery in the public sector.
• Demonstrated knowledge of te ao Māori and a willingness to continue your development and understanding of tikanga and te reo 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 Mahau | Te Pae Aronui | Operations & Integration - Te Pae Aronui connects people, knowledge, services, and regulatory processes to help shape an inclusive education system. Te Pae Aronui was established within Te Mahau to help drive a focus on equity throughout Te Tāhuhu by connecting across the Ministry and providing expert support and services into the regions. Our group provides nationally consistent service design, practice guidance and systems to support the integrated teams led by Directors of Education providing flexible and responsive services. We deliver national resourcing functions, including inclusive learning support.

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 Anna Scadden, Principal Advisor – Ākonga and Community at anna.scadden@education.govt.nz.

Applications close Midnight –  Thursday 27 February  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.