- Company: New Zealand Government
- Location: Waikato, New Zealand
- Salary: Pay not listed
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The New Zealand Government is the central executive through which political authority runs in Aotearoa New Zealand. In this parliamentary system the ministry leads day-to-day government while remaining accountable to the House of Representatives.
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Associate Director, Student Transitions at New Zealand Government in Waikato, New Zealand
What This Role Involves
The role of Associate Director, Student Transitions involves leading the University's student success and resolution services. You will be responsible for helping students transition, persist, and achieve across their studies. This is a full-time position based at our Hillcrest Campus.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Oversee and develop strategies to enhance student transitions and persistence rates.
- Collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless support for students throughout their academic journey.
- Lead the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving student success and retention.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to student outcomes.
Qualifications
A relevant postgraduate degree in education, psychology, or a related field is required. Previous experience in higher education or a similar role would be advantageous. Strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and the ability to build collaborative relationships are essential.
Why Join New Zealand Government
- Competitive superannuation package.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Onsite parking facilities.
- Discounted gym membership.
Next Steps
This is an exciting time for the University, and we are looking for a dynamic leader to join our team. To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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Working in Waikato, New Zealand
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The role is listed for Waikato on the North Island. Waikato spans districts around Hamilton plus Hauraki, Coromandel, northern King Country, and parts of Taupō and Rotorua Lakes, under regional council governance. Nearby listing context includes the Hauraki District area (e.g. Ngatea).
The Waikato is a region of the upper North Island of New Zealand. It covers the Waikato District, Waipā District, Matamata-Piako District, South Waikato District and Hamilton City, as well as Hauraki, Coromandel Peninsula, the northern King Country, much of the Taupō District, and parts of the Rotorua Lakes District. It is governed by the Waikato Regional Council.
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Build the skills for this role
Strengthen education-system knowledge, transition and equity programme design, stakeholder management, and public-sector policy craft. No certification pathway was supplied for this listing.
- Prepare examples of improving learner transition outcomes at scale
- Show how you balance policy intent with frontline delivery
- Discuss cross-agency collaboration and risk with vulnerable cohorts
Watch & learn
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Strong fit if you lead education or youth-transition work in complex public systems and prefer on-site Waikato / North Island government collaboration over remote-first roles.
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- Role Associate Director, Student Transitions
- Employer New Zealand Government
- Location Waikato, New Zealand
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted August 15, 2026
- Apply by September 14, 2026
- Overview Full job description on this page (208 words)
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