Project Manager - Ākonga Hauora

1 x position Fixed Term (August 2026 – December 2027) Full-time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Based in our Wellington Te Kura tari (office) Ko wai mātou | About Us Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school with a roll of up to 24,000 ākonga (students) at any point of time. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners. Our ākonga are at the centre of all we do. Our vision is to enable our ākonga to achieve their educational and personal goals, empowering them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities. Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa – Anytime, anywhere, anyone. Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position: The Project Manager, Ākonga Hauora is responsible for leading the planning, delivery, and successful implementation of assigned projects and initiatives that strengthen our long-term approach to ākonga wellbeing at Te Kura. This role ensures projects are well-scoped, well-managed, and aligned with organisational priorities, delivering meaningful and measurable benefits for ākonga, whānau, and kaimahi. The focus being on projects and initiatives that result in consistent, sustainable, and effective practices that improve wellbeing outcomes for all ākonga. The Project Manager, Ākonga Hauora will work collaboratively across Te Kura to strengthen system-wide capability, practice, monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement in student wellbeing. Reporting to the National Lead, Ākonga Hauora, the role also contributes to the broader Ākonga Hauora Wāhanga. Ko koe tēnei | About you You are an organised and proactive Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative environment. You have strong planning and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, resources, and deadlines while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes. Additionally, You Bring Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and build trust across diverse groups. Proven project management experience to successfully deliver projects within education, or public sector environments Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions. Proven experience in influencing and engaging a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, establishing strong partnerships that support successful project delivery and organisational goals. Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values Manaaki | How We Show Up To manaaki is to uplift the mana of ourselves and others — showing respect, generosity, and care. Whanaungatanga | How We Team Whanaungatanga is about building relationships through shared experiences and working together, creating a strong sense of belonging. Tika | How We Practise Tika means being just, fair, and direct. We act truthfully and appropriately in all we do. Ākonga at the Centre Our ākonga are always at the heart of our efforts, guiding our actions and decisions. Applications must be lodged via our careers website, and you must have the right to reside or work in New Zealand. Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday 26 August 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr