Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

This position will be responsible for developing training and skills programmes that help workers maximize their experience in the RSE scheme, while also providing them with transferable skills they can apply when returning to their home countries. This will support their successful reintegration and contribute to sustainable growth and innovation within their communities. The RSE Operations Manager will work in partnership with key stakeholders that include MFAT, MBIE, HortNZ employers, Pacific Community Groups (national), Stakeholder Liaison Group (SLG) and other relevant external industry stakeholders to actively contribute to the success of the programme.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $100,000 and $120,000, dependent on skills and experience.

The RSE Operations Manager is based in our Business Relationship Unit | Te Pūkenga reporting to the Director - Business relationships and Transitions and will be responsible for: 

• Lead the RSE Worker Training Programme: Develop and implement training and skills programmes to maximize workers' experiences and provide transferable skills for their return home.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with key stakeholders, including government agencies, employers, and community groups, to ensure the success of the programme.
• Team Management: Oversee the RSE Operations team, including recruitment, training, and performance management, ensuring team KPIs are met.
• Programme Evaluation and Improvement: Conduct ongoing evaluations of the programme and use feedback to enhance its delivery, ensuring it meets contractual KPIs and financial targets.

He kōrero mōu| About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Educational Background: A relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent knowledge.
• Leadership and Management Experience: Proven experience in leading and managing teams, with a focus on equity and inclusion.
• Adult Learning and Curriculum Development: Strong understanding of adult learning principles, assessment methodologies, and experience in developing high-quality educational products.
• Cultural Competence: Deep understanding and appreciation of Pasifika customs and protocols, with excellent communication skills in both a Pasifika language and English.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not.

We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.

For more information please view the Position Description below.

Mō Mātou | About us

EIT a business division of Te Pūkenga, is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campus locations in Tairawhiti (Gisborne), Hawkes Bay and Auckland with learning centres located throughout the region.

EIT | Te Pūkenga is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply 

As a responsible employer and education provider, EIT | Te Pūkenga is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks; Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.

If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move then we encourage you to apply. 

We will be assessing applications as they come in and this role will be closed earlier if we receive a suitable candidate.

To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter alongside your online application.