General Manager, Curriculum Integration Services

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Education in New Zealand is seeking an accomplished General Manager, Curriculum Implementation and Integration to lead the strategic integration of curriculum products, services and delivery across the sector. You will shape Te Poutāhū's approach to delivering curriculum and assessment while coordinating with partners to ensure aligned implementation.

You will bring significant senior leadership experience in complex education systems, a strong record of change management, and the

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience in a complex education system.
• Proven ability to develop integrated strategic and operational plans with budget oversight.
• Track record of organisational change and continuous improvement with measurable results.
• Strong relationship management, including with Māori and iwi and senior decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic integration of curriculum products, services and delivery to ensure a cohesive sector experience.
• Develop Te Poutāhū's strategic approach to delivering curriculum and assessment products and services across the sector.
• Coordinate implementation with partners to ensure aligned, effective delivery informed by educator and learner insights.
• Balance long-term strategic thinking with delivery focus and judicious resource management.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Change management

Data-informed decisions

Stakeholder management

Māori and iwi engagement

Job description

Help shape the future of education in New ZealandStrengthening Education

The Ministry of Education plays a critical role in shaping New Zealand's education system to deliver equitable and excellent outcomes for all learners. We are reshaping how the Ministry is organised to sharpen our focus on core priorities, be outward-facing and evidence-led, and build a strong organisational culture. We are seeking exceptional leaders who can navigate complexity, lead change, and deliver meaningful outcomes for learners and educators across Aotearoa.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

The General Manager, Curriculum Implementation and Integration is a senior leadership role within Te Poutāhū | Curriculum Centre. You will lead the strategic integration of curriculum products, services and delivery, ensuring a cohesive and responsive experience for the education sector. You will develop Te Poutāhū's strategic approach to delivering curriculum and assessment products and services into the sector, working with other partners to ensure implementation is coordinated, effective and aligned to sector needs. A key focus is ensuring curriculum, assessment, products and services are connected across portfolios and informed by insights from educators, learners and communities. You will oversee the forward view of sector delivery, monitor product and service effectiveness, and use evidence to inform future priorities. You will also drive cross-cutting strategies, champion innovation, and help shape future approaches that strengthen system performance. Balancing long-term strategic thinking with a strong focus on delivery, operating with sound judgement and resilience in a dynamic, highly visible environment.

About you | Mōhou ake

You are an experienced, influential leader with a proven track record of delivering complex programmes and driving improvement across large organisations or systems, combined with a strong understanding of effective teaching and learning practice. As a people leader, you build a positive, inclusive, high-performing culture and invest in the growth of others. You are highly collaborative and politically astute, using evidence to inform decisions and build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders. You will be motivated by ensuring every learner has the foundations they need to succeed.

You will bring: Significant senior leadership experience in a complex organisation or system environment Experience developing and delivering integrated strategic and operational plans, including budget and resource oversight A strong track record of leading organisational change and continuous improvement with measurable results Experience designing, implementing and improving organisational systems, frameworks and processes Strong strategic planning, integration and performance management capability Proven ability to use data and insights to inform system-level decision making Strong relationship management and influencing skills, including with Māori and iwi and senior decision-makers Sound understanding of government processes and politically aware environments Experience building inclusive, high-performing teams An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in educational system design Willingness to uphold the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct

About the group | Mātau rōpū ake

Te Poutāhū, the Curriculum Centre, leads the national curricula for Aotearoa New Zealand, focused on excellent and equitable outcomes for learners. We bring together curriculum, teaching expertise and evidence to develop and review inclusive curricula, assessment and NCEA — with strengths across te reo Māori, mātauranga Māori, disability and inclusive learning support.

Key functions include: New Zealand Curriculum and Te Whāriki, Curriculum Integration, Māori Medium, Te Uepū Reo Māori, Qualifications and Pathways, and Sector Engagement.

Ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of education in Aotearoa New Zealand and make a lasting impact on learner success. If you are an experienced leader passionate about foundational learning and system improvement, we would like to hear from you.

Applications close Friday 25 September 2026.