Senior Education Advisor

Senior Education Advisor

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Help shape the future of Education and deliver excellent outcomes.

Location : Whangarei, New Zealand (Whangārei office, Te Tai Tokerau)

Job type : Permanent, Full‑time.

Salary : $85,225 – $103,071 per annum + 3% KiwiSaver. Salary reflects skills and experience.

About this role

As a Senior Education Advisor you will strengthen educational performance in schools and kura, focusing on Māori‑medium kura across Tai Tokerau. You will :

• Communicate government priorities and strategies, ensuring they are well understood and delivered on.
• Identify, broker, and provide implementation support.
• Track and report on implementation progress.
• Work with schools, kura and whānau to ensure students are attending and engaged.
• Use the suite of supports and interventions to advance attendance and achievement outcomes.

Qualifications and experience

We value

You will demonstrate knowledge of Te Ao Māori, promote tikanga and Te Reo Māori, and understand te Tiriti o Waitangi as it applies to the public sector.

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.

Applications

Contact

For further information, contact Jody Barrell, Manager Integrated Services –

Submit your cover letter and resume using the apply button. In your cover letter, describe your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and diverse perspectives.

Other details

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