Senior Investment Advisor

Help shape the future of education in New Zealand

Help shape the future of Education

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our students in our education system.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

The Senior Advisor plays a pivotal role in planning and reporting on a work programme that delivers on government priorities. Sitting in the Investment and Planning team, the role supports Te Poutāhū | Curriculum Centre across business planning, corporate accountability, and Government processes.

You will be responsible for contributing to a range of activities across the lifecycle of Government investment, including facilitating internal business planning and budgeting, the central government Budget process, supporting performance measurement, corporate reporting, and risk management.

Our preferred candidate:

• Can influence and build trust quickly to provide credible, insightful, and high-quality advice that minimises risk and promotes best practice
• Has strong business acumen, with the ability to critically assess complex information and make informed decisions
• Is confident communicating and providing advice to a wide range of stakeholders, and
• Is a self-starter who proactively seeks out opportunities, embraces continuous improvement, and has a keen eye for driving efficiencies across processes and systems.

Salary range: $99,496 - $120,690 per annum + 3% kiwi saver.  The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

For more details about the role, you can view the job description here. 

About you | Mōhou ake

We welcome applications from those with transferable skills, but experience in disciplines such as business planning, budgeting, accountability reporting, performance measurement and reporting, government investment management, and Machinery of Government would be an advantage.

You will have a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. You will be comfortable collaborating within and outside of your team and providing sound advice and guidance to help others make informed decisions.

You will also:

• Have very strong written and verbal communication skills, and be able to produce information that is accurate, clear and concise for any given audience
• Work effectively under pressure to manage competing demands and deliver.
• Confidence to apply your expertise to ensure that deadlines and timeframes, are met in a credible and timely manner.
• Be proactive and motivated by a challenge, bring a positive, flexible, and agile approach to work with a strong “can do” attitude.
• Sound decision making and a solution focussed approach to your work.
• Have the ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

We strive offer a collaborative team environment where our people adhere to best practice while constantly challenging the status quo, making each workday interesting!

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

The purpose of Te Poutāhū is to lead the national curricula for Aotearoa New Zealand and associated systems and processes of assessment and aromatawai.

We design, develop and provide curriculum services for teachers, kaiako, leaders, ākonga, their whānau and communities that reflect their identities, languages and cultures. We bring together curriculum, teaching expertise and evidence for the development, support and review of inclusive curricula, assessment and NCEA. Our strengths are across te reo Māori, mātauranga Māori, disability, inclusive learning support and culturally relevant content so that Te Mahau supports learning that is inclusive for all ākonga.

We support the people who are closest to, and directly serve, ākonga and whānau. We do this through Te Mahau where we connect with the sector, working collaboratively to identify priorities and design local solutions.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.

For further information, please contact Heena Ravji at heena.ravji@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight – Sunday, 29 June 2025.

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.