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We manage the process of appointments to a number of Crown entities, statutory boards and advisory groups on behalf of the responsible Ministers. These are important governance roles where members can make a real difference to education in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Expressions of Interest for appointment to Board of the Tertiary Education Commission#
The Minister for Vocational Education will be considering multiple appointments to the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission later in 2025.
On behalf of the Minister, we are seeking expressions of interest in appointment. The appointments are expected to be for 3-year terms, with the possibility for reappointment.
The Tertiary Education Commission | Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua (TEC) leads the Government’s relationship with the tertiary education sector and provides careers information services to people of all ages. The TEC invests around $3.8 billion annually in tertiary education providers and supporting the tertiary and careers systems. It aims to make sure that:
- New Zealanders are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed for lifelong success, and
- the tertiary education and training system maximises its contribution to growing New Zealand’s economy.
To help the TEC achieve these aims, we are looking for:
- governance and leadership experience
- knowledge of the tertiary education and careers systems
- finance and risk and assurance expertise
- investment and strategic leadership
- other relevant skills and experience that would contribute to a high-functioning board.
Board members have an expected 30 days’ commitment for meeting attendance and other board business. The current applicable fee is $23,520 per annum.
How to apply #
Your expression of interest needs to include a cover letter and your current CV. Send these to us.
Email: [email protected]
You can also use this email address to request more information or if you have any general enquiries.
You should submit your expression of interest as soon as possible and no later than Friday 15 August 2025.
Applications will be considered during August and September. Decisions are expected in October.
Applicants may be subject to background checks and national security screening.
More information#
The TEC website has more information about its roles and responsibilities and how it works to achieve its objectives.
Board appointments we assist with#
We support Ministers to make appointments to boards of the following education system entities.
Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand
New Zealand National Commission for UNESCO
New Zealand Council for Educational Research
New Zealand Qualifications Authority
The Correspondence School – Te Kura
Ōtaki and Porirua Trusts Board
Ministerial advisory groups#
We also assist with appointments to a number of Ministerial advisory groups.
Statutory appointments are made by the responsible Minister, or the Governor-General on the recommendation of the responsible Minister. The Minister must present candidates to the Cabinet Appointment and Honours Committee.
Cabinet Appointment and Honours Committee – Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
If you've been nominated for a position, the outcome of the process can't be confirmed until after appointments have been considered by the Cabinet Appointment and Honours Committee and Cabinet. This is likely to take up to 6 months from when your nomination was submitted.
Public servants aren't usually appointed to statutory boards.
More information is available in the Cabinet Office circular CO(02) 5: Appointment of Public Servants to Statutory Boards.
Circular CO (02) 5 – Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
Fees#
Board members are paid fees according to the board's roles and responsibilities.
Education Crown board fees are set by Ministers using the Cabinet Fees Framework.
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