Qualifications Development Facilitator
NZQA
About this role
Qualifications Development Facilitator - Permanent
Whakatairangatia ngā kete o te mātauranga ki te ao mārama! E te tai whakarunga, e te tai whakararo, nau piki mai, nau kake mai ki te Mana Tohu Mātauranga o Aotearoa.
May the baskets of knowledge (education) be brought into the world of light. We welcome one and all to join us at the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.
Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi Kaitakawaenga Whakawhanake Tohu Mātauranga kia hono mai ki te tīma o Te Ohu Tohu Mātauranga Māori ki Ngā Poutoko Aromatawai Māori.
The New Zealand Qualifications Authority is seeking a Qualifications Development Facilitator to join the Māori Qualifications Services (MQS) team within Ngā Poutoko Aromatawai Māori.
About the role
Are you passionate about supporting the educational achievement of Māori through mātauranga Māori pathways?
Do you have a positive, energetic, flexible customer-focussed approach and a strong results orientation?
The New Zealand Qualifications Authority is seeking a Qualifications Development Facilitator to join the Wellington-based Māori Qualifications Services (MQS) within the Ngā Poutoko Aromatawai Māori team. The MQS team is responsible for the development, maintenance, review and support of New Zealand qualifications and assessment standards which are predicated on mātauranga Māori.
Qualifications Development Facilitators project manage the development, maintenance and review of nationally endorsed unit standards and New Zealand qualifications. They are also involved in the development of assessment materials and other implementation support activities.
Skills and experience
The MQS Qualifications Development Facilitator role requires someone with a sound knowledge of te reo me ngā tikanga Māori, experience in working with and understanding of, the training and educational needs of Māori, assessment, qualifications, assessment standards and the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework.
The role requires demonstrated experience in facilitating hui, workshops and presentations as well as the ability to quickly establish, build and maintain strong effective and collaborative working relationships, and establish credibility with specialist external advisors (Whakaruruhau), industry, education providers, whānau, hapū, iwi.
If you believe you have the right mix of skills and knowledge and are passionate about making a positive contribution to the educational success of Māori, then you may be the person we are looking for.
To be successful in this position, you will have:
- Proficiency in te reo Māori and understanding of ngā tikanga Māori (Māori customs and protocols)
- Experience working with Māori communities and understanding their training and educational needs
- Strong knowledge of assessment practices and qualification development
- Familiarity with assessment standards
- In-depth understanding of the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF)
- proven experience to plan, co-ordinate and deliver successful project outcomes
- Proven experience in facilitating workshops, meetings and presentations
Whilst this role is Wellington based, will consider applications received from candidates outside the region.
About us
NZQA is a te reo Māori learning organisation and is committed to equity and lifelong learning. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds that will enrich our understanding of the education system. We prioritise the importance of understanding tikanga in building a culturally responsive workplace. NZQA is dedicated to providing a welcoming environment to Māori and Pacific staff and has active Māori and Pacific staff networks which contribute to NZQA's strategic action plans.
What we can offer:
- A supportive team / whanau environment
- A role with lots of variety
- Development and career progression opportunities
- To find out more click here NZQA Staff Benefits
Apply Now!
For more information about this role and NZQA please refer to the job description, NZQA's Customer Charter and Organisational Values. If you are applying/viewing through Seek, please click ‘apply now' to access these links.
If you would like to discuss further, please call Mereana Su on 04 463 3251.
Applications close at 5.00 pm on 18 June 2025.
