Principal Advisor to the Chief Executive

NZ Qualifications Authority
📍 Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand 💼 Permanent Full-time 🕒 Posted July 08, 2026

Job Description

Principal Advisor to the Chief Executive
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 be brought into the world of light. We welcome one and all to join us at the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.
Mana Tohu Mātauranga o Aotearoa ensures that New Zealand qualifications are credible, trusted and recognised both nationally and internationally. We work across schools, kura, wānanga, tertiary providers, and the wider education system to support equitable and meaningful outcomes for learners.
The Principal Advisor to the Chief Executive is a high-trust role working directly with the Chief Executive, providing advice, insight and coordination across a wide range of issues, ensuring the Chief Executive is well supported to lead effectively in a complex and dynamic environment.
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Job Details

  • Location Wellington, Wellington
  • Job Type Permanent Full-time
  • Category Top Executives
  • Posted Date July 08, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 17, 2026