Management - Vocational (Education & Training)
Full time
Te Tawharau o Te Whakatohea is situated in Opotiki, a coastal town in the sunny Bay of Plenty.
Previously to our recent settlement process in 2024, Te Tawharau o Te Whakatohea was known as The Whakatohea Maori Trust Board, established in 1952. The Trust's primary role was to administer the assets of the trust on behalf of its beneficiaries and in accordance with the Maori Trust Board Act 1955.
The Trust's long-term vision, Ko te kai hoki i Waiaua - to be the food bowl that feeds the world , confirms the Trust's entrepreneurial spirit, grounded in matauranga (knowledge) which weaves together our future strategic aspirations of being well educated, healthy, socially connected, economically and commercially sound; and living in a thriving environment.
With recent changes comes a period of growth, as we see the return of significant assets and a newly appointed Board that will continue to support numerous developments currently underway and pave the way for growth into the future. It is an exciting time to be a part of our continued success story.
Te aheinga - The opportunity:
Reporting to the Operations Manager of Te Pou Oranga o Te Whakatohea Charitable Trust, the Education Group Manager will oversee and manage the development and implementation of Whakatohea Education services, including:
Te Puna o Tarawa Early Education Centre
Te Ara Tau – pre-employment
Y2 Hub - Youth to Employment Education
Te Aho Wananga – Business Admin and Horticulture
Toi Whakairo - Whanau Engagement
Oranga Rangatahi – Youth Justice programmes
Key Responsibilities:
Develop operational business plans that align with the goals of our Education Strategy.
Implement Whakatohea Education Strategies through creative service development and delivery.
Build and maintain relationships with employers, workforce development organisations, educational institutions, funders, and national bodies to create employment opportunities and deliver successful outcomes.
Develop new programmes and secure contracts that support the educational strategic plan, objectives, and reflect a Kaupapa Maori, Whanau-centred approach.
Support the Operations Manager to report to the directors at bi-monthly director meetings.
Maintain open and transparent communication with senior leaders, contract managers, and funding providers.
Oversee the development and implementation of all Education Group budgets including planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
Provide coaching and mentorship to optimise the work environment and promote improvement.
Adhere to all H&S, HR processes and procedures and legislative requirements, inclusive of RAM's, employee lifecycle, training, development, and well-being.
Minimum Requirements:
Previous experience in a similar role, as a Team Lead or Manager within Education.
Proven experience in strategy, business, and financial planning.
Experience developing education and work development programmes, within a Kaupapa Maori context.
Working within or has established relationships in the public sector, with a proven ability to secure government funding opportunities.
Knowledge of Te Whakatohea me ona tikanga would be highly regarded.
If your skills and experience match this role, please APPLY NOW! Submit your expression of interest to ****** requesting the job description.
Check us out at: https://www.whakatohea.co.nz
Due to the large number of applications, we will only contact shortlisted candidates.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
What's your expected annual base salary?
How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
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