Head of School Governance & System Improvement

Ministry of Education; Wellington; On-site; NZD 143,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Education in Wellington is seeking a senior leader to head the School Governance and System Improvement portfolio. You will guide governance practice, strengthen system performance, and support schools and kura to deliver equitable outcomes for learners across Aotearoa New Zealand.

You will lead a nationally significant portfolio, shape a compelling vision for future governance, and drive transformational change while collaborating with boards, principals, regional leaders, and

Qualifications

• Experience in school governance and system improvement.
• Ability to engage confidently with boards, principals, senior leaders and sector partners.
• Track record leading transformational change within complex organisations.
• Understanding of governance roles, responsibilities, challenges and opportunities facing school boards and principals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Operations Practice Centre and governance practice nationally.
• Build capability, confidence and inspire others to embrace change.
• Collaborate across regions, teams and sector partners to improve outcomes.
• Influence strategic direction and deliver practical governance solutions for learners.

Skills

School governance

Governance leadership

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Relationship building

Delivery focus

Job description

Ministry of Education in Wellington is seeking a senior leader to head the School Governance and System Improvement portfolio. You will guide governance practice, strengthen system performance, and support schools and kura to deliver equitable outcomes for learners across Aotearoa New Zealand.

You will lead a nationally significant portfolio, shape a compelling vision for future governance, and drive transformational change while collaborating with boards, principals, regional leaders, and