Based either: Waikato, Bay of Plenty or Hawkes Bay (Remote, WFH)
Supportive culture and diverse role
Work from home and travel to support schools
Work vehicle provided
We’re looking for a talented, high-energy person to deliver HR and Employment Relations advice and support to Principals and School Boards.
About the role
Reporting to the Regional Lead, you will be a seasoned employment professional with experience working in a fast paced and changing environment supporting multiple stakeholders.
As Regional Advisor Employment, you will be a dynamic and energetic individual who understands that supporting schools/kura to flourish is ultimately about — students and their learning — and that every child deserves to be at the centre of that work. You will do this by providing regional support and guidance to school boards and principals in all aspects of human resources and employment relations. Any day could see you advise on relationship matters, recruitment, performance management, conduct issues, health and safety, restructures or attend mediation. A truly diverse role.
in this role you will be supporting principals and boards in their employer role and to engage with unions, lawyers and advocates on a regular basis, where you will need to demonstrate strong relationship building and conflict management skills.
You will be surrounded with supportive HR and employment talent, both as part of a national team and as part of a regional team of 11. The culture is an open one of asking questions, sharing areas of expertise and learning and growing together, ensuring quality and consistency of advice. This is an excellent opportunity to get a wide variety of employment relations exposure and experience within a unionised environment.
This position is work from home in either the Waikato, Bay of Plenty or Hawkes Bay. There will be regular travel required to support schools throughout the central regions and a requirement to attend team and full staff meetings which may occur in other locations. A work vehicle will be provided. This is a permanent full-time position (40 hours per week). You will need to be flexible to work outside usual office hours as required.
About you
a person who can demonstrate sound understanding and application of employment law, leadership and HR practice
sound working knowledge of relevant legislations and experience in the interpretation / application of Collective and Individual Employment agreements
a tertiary qualification in related field or equivalent in experience
experience in a unionised work environment is preferred with proven experience in leading employment and mediation processes
a confident relationship builder
a helpful, outcomes-oriented person who likes being in front of people
someone who can work with conflict, persuade others and lead strategies to resolve problems
a clear and concise communicator, with great writing skills
a kind, caring and supportive team member
someone who is passionate about enabling and supporting others
understanding of and commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Tikanga Māori.
About us
Te Whakarōpūtanga Kaitiaki Kura o Aotearoa – New Zealand School Boards Association (NZSBA) is the professional body for school boards in New Zealand, representing and advocating for our members and providing services to all state and state-integrated schools and kura.
NZSBA is at the heart of school governance. We influence and inform policy and sector outcomes; we support and enable school boards to flourish; we connect like-minded people through our learning and networking opportunities; we strengthen communities by helping students achieve.
Te Whakarōpūtanga Kaitiaki Kura o Aotearoa was established in 1989, following the introduction of New Zealand’s largest school reform, Tomorrow’s Schools. We are a not-for-profit incorporated society with charitable trust status.
Our service delivery arm, GovHub School Board Services, provides support to all board members via Ministry of Education funding, while our membership arm provides independent advocacy for school boards to the government and the rest of the education sector. Approximately 80% of all school boards are members, enjoying access to exclusive regional and national events, benefits and discounts, as well as a direct say in how we advocate.
If you want to join a team where you will be exposed to a full variety of different experiences, have some fun and make an impact on the education of children in Aotearoa, then this is the role for you!
Our values
Kaitiakitanga A sense of guardianship through being of service
Connection Relationship, unity and whanaungatanga to people and planet
Tino Rangatiratanga Recognising autonomy and self-determination
Integrity Where values and actions align to create a sense of wholeness
Inclusiveness Actively promoting equity and fairness
Apply today
If you're excited by the opportunity to join a team who are passionate about strengthening school governance in Aotearoa, then don't delay in applying. We encourage early applications, as interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.
Please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation for your application, highlighting relevant skills and experience. Only applications submitted through Seek will be accepted.
For further information about the role, please contact Kirsty Sanson, Regional Lead Ksanson@govhub.org.nz, 021 599 861 for a confidential discussion.
Only applicants who are eligible to work in New Zealand (permanent work rights with no restrictions) and meet our requirements, will be considered for this position.
Driver’s licence is required
We may use automated tools or AI assisted systems to help review applications. Hiring decisions are made by people. Note - for unsuccessful candidates, application material is retained for 3 months then deleted.
Only applications submitted through Seek will be accepted
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