Chief Operations Officer

Chief Operations Officer
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Auckland CBD, Auckland
Management - Vocational (Education & Training)
Full time
Competitive annual salary
Posted +h ago

Chief Operations Officer (COO) - Literacy Aotearoa

Literacy Aotearoa, a Private Training Establishment (PTE) with a long history of delivering Adult literacy and numeracy education in New Zealand, is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Operations Officer (COO) to join our Executive Leadership Team.

About the Role

As COO, you will play a crucial role in shaping the operational and delivery performance of our organisation, supporting Te Tumuaki (CEO) in achieving our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee educational performance outcomes and programme development

Drive business growth and strategic partnerships

Ensure compliance with NZQA regulations and relevant legislation

Lead the organisation to achieve NZQA Category 1 status

Lead operational efficiency and site management initiatives

Manage and develop operations staff

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary

5 weeks annual leave

Koru Club membership

Opportunity to make a significant impact in adult literacy and education

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a dynamic leader with:

Minimum of a Master's degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field

Minimum 10 years of senior management experience in the education sector

Proven track record in operational leadership and strategic planning as a senior leader within an NZQA Category 1 PTE

In-depth understanding of the New Zealand education system and NZQA requirements

Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Our Commitment

At Literacy Aotearoa, we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to improving literacy outcomes for all New Zealanders. We value Manaaki Tangata (respect), Tika (justice), Mana (honour), and Pono (sincerity) in all aspects of our work.

If you're passionate about adult education and ready to lead a high-performing team, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to ensure the people of Aotearoa are critically literate and able to realise their full potential.

Apply now to be part of an organisation with an exciting future that's making a real difference in New Zealand's education landscape.

For further information please contact our National People Manager Rachel Hamlin recruitment@literacy.org.nz.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:

Do you currently have the legal right to work in New Zealand

Do you have 10+ years experience at a Senior Leadership level within an educational context?

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