Takiwā Ako Manager – Te Reo Māori (Reo Rumaki) Level 5

  • Lead and inspire educational excellence across our Takiwā – make a real impact on tauira success!
  • Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) located at Māngere Campus.
  • Salary: $104,188 - $156,281

 

Mō mātou | About us

As a proudly kaupapa Māori tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:

  • Free Southern Cross health insurance and life insurance.
  • Four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave for cultural or sporting events.
  • Free car parking at our main campuses.

 

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

The Takiwā Ako Manager is responsible for providing Kaupapa Matua based strategically aligned leadership, that uplifts, inspires and unites through collaboration, promoting shared purpose, collective potential, continuous improvement and excellence.

This role involves:

  • Leading and supporting kaiako and kaimahi to deliver quality programmes.
  • Managing enrolment plans and academic performance to meet enrolment, retention, completion, and graduation targets.
  • Driving continuous improvement, innovation, and quality assurance processes.
  • Building strong relationships with iwi, hapū, and community stakeholders.

 

Mōu | About you

You will be a key driver to lead, implement, and monitor key Ako Excellence deliverables within a Takiwā team. You’ll oversee operational educational delivery, ensuring high-quality teaching, learning, and academic administration practices that drive tauira success.

You will oversee a portfolio within your takiwā team that covers Reo Rumaki Level 5 programmes, so you will need to demonstrate expert knowledge in Te Reo Māori.

You’ll bring:

  • A Master’s qualification in Education, Educational Leadership, or a relevant field.
  • 5+ years’ experience in educational leadership and management within the tertiary sector.
  • Strong understanding of quality assurance, NZQA frameworks, and academic performance management.
  • Excellent communication, relationship management, and planning skills.
  • A commitment to kaupapa Māori values and willingness to participate in cultural activities.

 

Kua whati te tai, tono mai! | Apply today!

If this sounds like your next challenge, apply now!

For more details, visit our careers website or email [email protected]

 

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Company Logo for Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Education, Training & Professional Development1,001-5,000 employees

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is the second largest tertiary educator in New Zealand and the world’s largest indigenous tertiary educator.

We’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for over 40 years.

Our vision of ‘Whānau transformation through education’ drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.

We look for people who are passionate about the contribution they make through their mahi (work) and want to join us on our journey to ensure success for our tauira (students), our kaimahi (employees) and their whānau (families).

Perks and benefits
Free Southern Cross medical insurance
Free life and trauma insurance
Four extra leave days per annum
Free car parking
Flexible work arrangements
Cultural and sports leave
Keeping you and your whānau healthy
Retail discounts

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