Aukaha Ako - Takiwā Delivery

• Lead, inspire educational and operational excellence across the Auckland region.
• Senior people and operations leadership experience in tertiary education required.
• Based from our Māngere campus.

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 (employees) 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 available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
• Flexible work hours for non-rostered positions and work-from-home options for positions that can be performed away from the office.
• Free car parking at our main campuses.

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

The Aukaha Ako – Takiwā Delivery is a senior leadership position pivotal to driving Ako Excellence and tauira success throughout the Auckland region.  You’ll ensure high-quality programme delivery and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

In this role, you’ll also be part of the Takiwā Senior Leadership team who oversee the safe and successful operation of our campuses in the region, requiring you to:

• Provide Kaupapa Matua-based leadership that uplifts and inspires.
• Oversee teaching, learning, assessment, and quality assurance practices.
• Champion innovative projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage budgets and forecast effectively.
• Lead and develop kaimahi to build a high-performing, excellence-oriented team.

Mōu | About you

• A Master’s qualification in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in senior educational leadership.
• Proven ability to lead large teams across multiple locations.
• Expertise in quality assurance, academic performance management, and strategic planning.
• Strong financial, relationship management and communication skills.
• As this leadership role will be leading our Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga programmes, knowledge and experience in Te Reo Māori and āhuatanga Māori is preferred along with a willingness to support and participate in cultural activities.

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

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today! 

A position description is available on our career’s website.  For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz

Please note that we are closed during the Christmas/New Year period so we will respond to your application after 15 January 2026.