Chief Operations Officer Literacy Aotearoa Charitable Trust location Auckland.

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.