Head of Strategy and Planning
Position Title: Head of Strategy and Planning
Location: Bay of Plenty - Rotorua, with travel required across campuses
Position type: Part time (0.5FTE), Fixed term (12 months)
Remuneration: $150,000 – $180,000 (full time equivalent, fixed remuneration excluding KiwiSaver)
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the Role
We have a unique and impactful opportunity for an experienced Strategy and Planning professional to join Toi Ohomai on a fixed-term basis (0.5 FTE for 12 months).
The role will lead the development and implementation of a 5-year strategic plan for Toi Ohomai, including the establishment of a fit‑for‑purpose performance measurement framework and associated reporting tools. This is a time‑bound programme of work intended to be completed by the end of 2026.
Working with the executive leadership team you will lead the shaping of the strategic direction for Toi Ohomai and ensure our decision-making is grounded in meaningful insights, high-quality data, and a strong commitment to growth and ākonga success.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you’ll play a key role in building organisational capability, strengthening strategic alignment, and delivering the tools and frameworks that set Toi Ohomai up for long-term sustainability.
Ngā mahi | Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
· Lead the design, implementation and review of the 5‑year institutional strategic plan aligned to our vision, mission, and long-term goals.
· Work closely with executive leadership and council (when required) to shape the strategic plan and associated documentation and measures.
· Develop a comprehensive performance measurement framework, including dashboards and reporting tools that monitor key institutional measures.
· Provide strategic insights through data analysis, research, and evaluation to support academic and operational decision-making.
· Demonstrate leadership aligned to Toiohomaitanga, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, wellbeing, and shared purpose.
· Champion Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity, and educational excellence by integrating these principles into planning, insights, and organisational practice.
He kōrero mōu | About You
You will bring a blend of strategic thinking, analytical expertise, and values-led leadership. You will have:
· Relevant postgraduate level qualification or equivalent experience.
· Proven experience leading strategic planning, performance measurement, or organisational insights functions.
· Strong capability in developing and applying data-informed insights to support decision making.
· Demonstrated commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, with experience applying te ao Māori, tikanga or mātauranga Māori within workplace contexts.
Mō Mātou | About us
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest vocational education provider in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato. Home to over 9000 ākonga (students), at Toi Ohomai we put ākonga and kaimahi at the centre of all we do. Through educational excellence, Māori Success, strong partnerships and sustainable practices we enable our ākonga, institution and communities to thrive.
Toiohomaitanga describes our way of doing and being. It reflects how we care for each other, work together, and uphold our shared purpose. Ā mātou uara | our values are an important part of this, our Toi Ohomai values are:
· Toitūtanga – Courageous and humble in our pursuit of excellence
· Manaakitanga – Strengthening the mana of others and our communities
· Whanaungatanga – Building and nurturing relationships
· Kotahitanga – United in our shared purpose
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
At Toi Ohomai, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and the unique perspectives and skills they bring. We strive to ensure a recruitment process that is accessible and welcoming and encourage applications from our diverse communities. If you need support during the application process, reach out, we’re here to help.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and will undertake relevant vetting and pre-employment checks.
If this role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply. We review applications as they arrive and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date.
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