Project Manager - Ākonga Hauora

About Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu, also known as The Correspondence School, stands as New Zealand's largest educational institution with up to 24,000 students enrolled at any given time. It offers tailored and authentic distance learning programmes spanning from early childhood through to NCEA Level 3, including education for young adults and adult learners. The organisation is deeply student-focused with a mission to empower learners to achieve both their educational and personal aspirations, supporting their growth as active community members. Their guiding motto is 'Anytime, anywhere, anyone'.

Position Overview

The role of Project Manager, Ākonga Hauora, entails overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of projects that enhance long-term strategies for student wellbeing at Te Kura. This position requires ensuring projects are clearly defined, managed efficiently, and aligned with the school's strategic priorities. The main goal is to implement consistent, sustainable practices that elevate wellbeing outcomes for all students, their families, and staff.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate projects that contribute to improved student wellbeing and organisational effectiveness.
• Guarantee sound project scoping and management to align initiatives with Te Kura's priorities.
• Collaborate throughout the institution to bolster system-wide capabilities, practices, evaluations, and ongoing improvements concerning student wellbeing.
• Report directly to the National Lead, Ākonga Hauora, and support the wider Ākonga Hauora division.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a well-organized and proactive project manager who excels in team environments. Strong skills in planning, coordination, and balancing multiple tasks with a commitment to high-quality delivery are essential.

Essential Qualifications and Attributes

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to foster trust and relationships across diverse groups.
• Demonstrated project management expertise, preferably within education or public sector settings.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities to identify and implement effective improvements.
• Experience influencing and engaging a variety of internal and external stakeholders and building partnerships to support project success.

Core Values at Te Kura

• Manaaki: Act with respect, generosity, and care to uplift oneself and others.
• Whanaungatanga: Foster teamwork and belonging through shared experiences and collaboration.
• Tika: Practice fairness, integrity, and transparency in all actions.
• Keep students (ākonga) at the core of decision-making and actions.

Additional Information

• One full-time role (1.0 FTE) based in the Wellington office.
• Fixed term employment from August 2026 through December 2027.
• Workweek consists of 40 hours.
• Applicants must have legal rights to work or reside in New Zealand.
• Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their application via the organisation's recruitment platform. For further questions or assistance with applications, contact [email protected].