Education operations manager - conservation learning

Auckland Zoo; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established cultural organization is seeking an Education Operations Manager to spearhead conservation learning initiatives. This dynamic role involves leading a team of facilitators, overseeing the execution of educational programs, and ensuring alignment with the mission of wildlife conservation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing community engagement through innovative learning experiences, both onsite and online. If you are passionate about education and conservation and have a strong background in teaching, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on wildlife advocacy and community well-being.

Qualifications

• Proven teaching or training experience is essential for this role.
• A relevant university degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and growth of conservation learning programmes.
• Oversee operations of onsite, online, and outreach learning initiatives.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Training experience

Team leadership

Cross-team collaboration

Education

University degree in natural or social science

Job description

Education Operations Manager - Conservation Learning

Full time, Permanent

Middle leadership, General, Educator

Auckland Zoo is a community-serving cultural organisation with a mission to ‘bring people together to build a future for wildlife’. Through science, learning & training, and strengthening our relationship with Te Ao Māori, we strive for excellence in animal care & welfare, conserve wildlife in the wild and nurture a lifelong connection with nature to enhance the well-being of our communities.

We are looking for an Education Operations Manager - Conservation Learning to join the conservation advocacy and engagement department. This multifaceted role reports to the Conservation Learning and Community Engagement Manager and has a team of Conservation Learning Facilitators (Kaupapa Māori) as direct reports.

The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the delivery, growth, and strategic direction of Auckland Zoo’s conservation learning programmes. This includes overseeing the day-to-day operations of onsite, online, and outreach learning initiatives while supporting broader advocacy and engagement goals. The role requires a strong focus on delivering both mission and financial outcomes, team leadership, and cross-team collaboration.

Minimum Requirements

It is essential that you have:

• A teaching qualification or equivalent proven teaching or training experience
• A university degree in natural or social science or another relevant field

You need to be a resident in Aotearoa, New Zealand, or Oceania and already eligible to live/work in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We are unable to support visa applications for this role.

How to Apply

Tono mo te mahi/to apply. Please provide a bespoke cover letter (max 1 page) and a concise CV (max. 3 pages). You do not need to add your roles in the non-mandatory fields if your CV is up to date.