Director of Education for Otago Southland NZ Ministry of Education – Dunedin, South Island
6 days ago, from Ministry of Education NZ
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 akonga in our education system.
The Director of Education leads the delivery of Te Tahuhu o te Matauranga | Ministry of Education services across the region. The Director coordinates and facilitates organisational and sector efforts to create an education system that raises achievement for all New Zealanders.
The Director is directly accountable for the performance of the area to deliver responsive solutions in order to realise the Government's education priorities and goals across the region.
The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary based on their individual skills and experience.
We also offer:
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 | Mohou 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 working with and delivering equitable outcomes for Maori, Pacific and/or people with special education needs.
Highly developed engagement and communication skills.
The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
As Director of Education for Otago, Southland you will join a highly effective, collaborative team of regional leaders who collectively support the education sector across Greater Wellington; Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast; and Canterbury, Chatham Islands.
Te Mahau | Te Tai Runga (South) provides leadership and integrated services to the education sector and others. This includes learning support; education advice and regulation functions for schools and early learning services; and advice and support with curriculum. 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.
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 Nancy Bell, Hautu | Deputy Secretary, Te Tai Runga at ******.
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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