Director – Operations

• Lead the wānanga in achieving its strategic objectives
• Whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits
• Auckland, Hamilton or Wellington

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

This is a national role leading operations across the motu, comprising three Takiwā with more than 80 delivery locations, and four Puna Whakatupu (Early Learning Centres).  The core purpose of this position is to ensure strategies are developed, implemented and measured to support the delivery of takiwā operations and Puna Whakatupu in an effective and efficient manner, provide relevant and timely advice to leaders, optimise technology for efficiency and effectiveness, oversee the financial performance of the Takiwā and ELC, and ensure the supply, utilisation and maintenance of assets and resources, that support the provision of educational programme delivery.

Mōu | About you

We are looking for someone that has experience:

• A proven track record managing a medium sized commercial operation or division
• Extensive experience in a senior leadership role managing complex operations related functions
• Operational and financial management experience (ideally in the education sector)
• Project management/infrastructure experience
• Large budget and financial analysis experience
• Proven success working with hapū/iwi/Māori communities

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.

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 before 9^th of March 2025.

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