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About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga
- Permanent, full-time, Wellington based
We're looking for an experienced and strategic leader to join our Te Pou Rangatōpū | Corporate group as the Manager, Reporting and Performance.
This is a high-impact role responsible for leading the Ministry's organisational performance framework, reporting systems and accountability processes, ensuring decision-makers have the insights they need to deliver meaningful outcomes.
As Manager, Reporting and Performance, you will lead the Ministry-wide approach to performance monitoring, reporting, and organisational accountability. You'll oversee the development of key accountability documents, maintain robust performance frameworks, and provide high-quality analysis and insights that support governance, strategic planning, and organisational decision-making.
Working closely with leaders across the Ministry, you'll champion best practice reporting and performance management, strengthen organisational capability, and drive continuous improvement.
You'll be responsible for;
- Leading the delivery of organisational reporting, monitoring, and performance processes across the Ministry
- Leading the non-financial performance Estimates process
- Leading the development of the annual report, and other external reporting requirements as required
- Designing, Implementing and Maintaining effective performance frameworks, measures, guidance, and reporting standards. This includes embedding the Ministry’s Outcome and Performance framework within the Ministry.
- Providing high-quality analysis of organisational performance, trends, risks, and opportunities
- Enabling evidence-based decision-making through meaningful data and insights
- Building capability across the organisation by promoting consistent performance management and reporting practices
- Partnering with business groups to ensure reporting and performance processes are practical, integrated, and aligned to operational delivery
- Leading engagement with key governance boards, the minister(s) office and with senior leaders
- Leading and developing a high-performing team within an inclusive and supportive environment.
Salary range: $121,139 - $181,709 per annum plus KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.
For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here.
About you | Mōhou ake
We’re keen to hear from seasoned people leaders with deep experience in organisational performance, reporting, and monitoring within a complex environment, ideally in the public sector. You’ll bring a strong understanding of government accountability requirements and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Ideally you'll also have:
- Significant experience leading reporting, monitoring, or performance functions
- Strong knowledge of machinery of government, public sector accountability, planning, and reporting requirements
- Experience using data and insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
- Proven success leading teams and developing people to deliver high-quality outcomes
- Experience designing and implementing performance frameworks, systems, and processes, including applying intervention logics
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, including experience working with senior managers, minister offices , treasury and the audit office.
- Excellent communication and influencing capabilities
- A commitment to creating inclusive, high-performing teams and workplaces
- The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake
At the Ministry of Education, you'll contribute to work that makes a tangible difference for learners, whānau, and communities throughout Aotearoa. You'll work alongside passionate and talented colleagues in an organisation committed to partnership, inclusion, continuous improvement, and public service excellence.
We are committed to strengthening our relationship with Māori and supporting our people to build capability in te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori-Crown relations through our Tātai Pou framework.
We’re a fun and supportive team; we work collaboratively and value fresh ideas and new approaches, that enable us to deliver to expectations within agreed timeframes.
Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your Resume and Cover Letter by using the ‘Apply now' button. In your Cover Letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
If you require further information, please contact Fiona O’Leary, General Manager Strategy & Performance at: Fiona.Oleary@education.govt.nz
Applications close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 08 November 2026
We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
