Job Type: Fixed Term

Location:
Wellington, NZ

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Help shape the future of Education

We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes

Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Currently we are engaged in exciting work refreshing and developing the secondary curriculum for years 11-13. We have an opportunity for people to join the team for the delivery of this project.

About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga

We are looking for curriculum specialists in senior secondary subjects
Secondment or fixed term opportunity available until 30 June 2027
Wellington preference but can work remotely nationally

The Product Manager Assessment role sits in the Curriculum and Assessment Change Programme which is a key unit within Te Poutāhū Curriculum Centre. The Programme works in partnership with other Te Poutāhū business units to enable the products and outcomes delivered from these projects to move into the business for ongoing delivery, maintenance, and support.

As a Product Manager, Assessment you will ensure teams can deliver high-quality products by:

Understanding the curriculum design vision and using it to lead teams toward consistent, high‑quality outcomes.
Being the organisational glue that enables coherence across subjects, teams, and leaders.
Operating both downstream (supporting teams) and upstream (informing strategy), ensuring that decisions and delivery remain tightly connected.

Salary range: $119,171 - $144,560 per annum + KiwiSaver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.

About you | Mōhou ake

To be successful in this role you will bring the following:
Experience in a complex organisation.
Experience in building relationships and partnerships to achieve shared outcomes.
Experience working in programme/project environments.
In-depth experience in at least one of the 8 learning areas as per the New Zealand Curriculum (NZC) or Te Mātauranga o Aotearoa, and a general understanding of the curriculum.
Expertise in senior secondary curriculum aligned assessment design
Knowledge of contemporary research in the area of assessment
A proven ability to use data and insights to identify trends, risks and opportunities, to influence and guide organisational and system-level decision making.
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.

You will join a strong team of experienced educators and skilled project managers in the Phase 5 Subjects Programme which sits within the CACP (Curriculum and Assessment Change Programme). We have high trust and encourage agency for all and care for staff. The team is working at pace and with an exciting project to deliver for secondary schools.

About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake

The Phase 5 Assessment team works collaboratively with other kaimahi and is responsible for assisting in the design and building of the requirements for New Zealand Curriculum. This will be used as the base to develop all Curriculum products required within the Programme.

The Phase 5 Assessment team is made up of highly experienced education professionals with a range of specialisms. The working environment is hybrid with the opportunity to work from home twice a week.

Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?

If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' 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.

For further information, please contact Alister McLeod, Project Manager, Assessment at CACP.Refresh@education.govt.nz

Applications close Midnight – Sunday, 5 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.