About the board#

The New Zealand School Property Agency Board (NZSPA):

• is a new statutory Crown agent being established after the 2024 Ministerial enquiry to improve school property processes and associated education outcomes
• is responsible for the effective, efficient administration of education property on behalf of the Crown
• will plan, design, construct, acquire, maintain, repair and dispose of education property consistent with Government priorities and relevant legislation
• will support schools and other regulated entities on capital projects and Ministry-funded maintenance
• will provide advice to the Minister of Education and Secretary for Education on property planning and delivery and maintain constructive sector relationships.

New school property agency to be established – Beehive.govt.nz

Once the board is established, it is proposed that the Minister of Education appoint up to 9 board members. Terms will be to 3 years, with the possibility of re-appointment. We are seeking expressions of interest for these positions.

Roles will begin from the date of establishment for NZSPA. This is expected in the second half of 2026.

About the role#

We are seeking members with the following experiences and skills:

• Crown agent governance and leadership
• system leadership and public sector change
• construction, property and asset management governance
• commercial and financial acumen
• education stakeholder engagement and outcomes
• Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te ao Māori, and iwi partnerships
• large investment and business case oversight.

Board members have an expected 30 days per annum commitment for attending meetings and other board business.

How to apply#

Email your cover letter and current CV or requests for more information to:

[email protected]

Send your application to us by Wednesday 25 March 2026.

Download the position description#