Posted 26 July, 2026
Resourcing Advisor
Ministry of Education New Zealand
Wellington, WGN, NZ
Full Time
Reference: e4181cc7319931c1
Job Description
Date advertised: 24 Jul 2026 Job Type: Permanent Location: Wellington, NZ Help shape the future of Education We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes. About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga Permanent, full-time Wellington-based Resourcing Advisors are responsible for determining and delivering the current Resourcing system and the provision of high-quality operational advice across the schooling sector. Resourcing Advisors contribute to the analysis that supports effective planning and decision making and will support a range of project initiatives to ensure quality tools, processes and systems are developed to support the Ministry and the Education Sector. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the outcomes of young people by ensuring the best funding systems for schools. Salary range: $65,801 - $79,195 per annum plus KiwiSaver. For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here. About you | Mōhou ake We are looking for someone who is able to work at pace, manage a variety of tasks and projects, take the initiative. Your personal qualities will include taking pride in producing written work and other forms of communication of the highest quality every time and you will have the interpersonal skills to relate well with all kinds of people. To be successful in the role you will: Have the background, experience and skills that will contribute to the team successfully providing high quality services to the sector and across the Ministry. Experience in Education or Finance will be beneficial. The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct. About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake The Resourcing Group is responsible for delivering operational funding and staffing entitlements to nearly 2,500 schools. We administer annual payments of approximately $5.8 billion to schools and kura. We provide high quality financial advice and support to schools and Boards of Trustees. We ensure schools and early childhood centres receive correct resourcing entitlements through our Monitoring programme. We provide resourcing operational policy advice and guidance and produce one-off solutions to resourcing issues. Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi? For further information, please contact Bridget Curtis, Manager, School Resourcing at [email protected]. Applications close Midnight – Friday, 31 July 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr