Job Description

Team Manager Operational Policy & Implementation

Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua, the TEC - is a small Crown agency with a big job to do - ensuring New Zealanders have the skills and the knowledge they need to build a great life, and ensure New Zealand thrives. We invest over $3.5 billion annually across the tertiary education and careers systems.

If you're looking for your “why”, then come and join us at TEC. We truly believe in the transformational benefits of education and vocational training and seek to lift the aspirations and skill bases of all New Zealanders.

This is a permanent role and based in our offices in Wellington. 

He angitūtanga: About the Role

The Operational Policy & Implementation group uses collaborative design to bridge the gap between TEC's strategies and their implementation, driving positive outcomes for Aotearoa's learners, communities, and employers.

The Team Manager Operational Policy & Implementation leads the Senior Advisors and Advisors within the group and reports to the Manager Operational Policy & Implementation alongside Principal Advisors.

Collectively, the focus of the group is to:

• Advise on the implementation of policy proposals and settings
• Design operational policy solutions that deliver on policy intent and support organisational strategy
• Support the Ministry of Education to develop secondary legislation that governs funding for tertiary education and lead the development of funding conditions
• Provide advice and guidance on the interpretation of legislation and related policy products

He kōrero mōu: What we are looking for:

We're looking for someone that can:

• Lead a team and develop a high-performance culture
• Lead with emotional intelligence and is passionate about people development
• Effectively commission work and allocate resources
• Take strategy and policy and turn it into a successful, implementable activity
• Apply exceptional writing skills and combine attention to detail with strategic oversight to ensure work is accurate, makes the complex simple, is consistent, and aligned with intent
• Work collaboratively and with influence within the group, across the business, and with external government and sector stakeholders

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What's in it for you

• Three additional (TEC Days) leave days
• A range of benefits including flexible working options, a wellness programme and the ability to purchase extra leave.
• A motivated and supportive manager and leadership team, keen to make the most of your skill set
• Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme
• A focus on Career development and internal opportunities
• At TEC we are committed to supporting a range of flexible working arrangements to help staff manage their work and personal commitments; we expect team members to be in the office at least three days per week to help collaboration.

The salary range for this position starts from $139,760 up to $164,424 + 3% KiwiSaver depending on demonstrable skills and experience.

Me pēhea te tuku tono: How to Apply

To view the job description and/or apply for the role, please click Apply For This Job or visit the TEC Careers Portal.

If this sounds like you, please apply now for this great opportunity with your tailored Cover Letter and CV.

The closing date for this role is 11:59pm Sunday 20 July 2025. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact hr@tec.govt.nz.

Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Prior to the Tertiary Education Commission confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.

The TEC is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to New Zealand. We look forward to your application.