Product Manager at Tertiary Education Commission, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Kaipupuri Kaupapa: Product Manager

Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua, the TEC - is a small Crown agency with a big job to do - ensuring New Zealanders have the skills and the knowledge they need to build a great life, and ensure New Zealand thrives. We invest over $3 billion annually across the tertiary education and careers systems.

If you're looking for your “why”, then come and join us at TEC. We truly believe in the transformational benefits of education and vocational training and as a result we invest $3 billion a year in tertiary education and training and seek to lift the aspirations and skill bases of all New Zealanders from ages 7 to 74.

It's an exciting time in the careers and education sector with large scale and meaningful change taking place.

Ngā Aramahi me te Hoahoa Haumi: Careers & Investment Design Directorate

The Careers & Investment Design Directorate (CIDD) is responsible for developing strategies, initiatives and policies that enable the organisation to effectively and efficiently meet its goals in the areas of careers and investment.

All teams in the directorate are focused on work that develops, leads or contributes to the design of these strategies, initiatives and policies. They are responsible for developing the interventions and plans off those strategies, and then marketing and communicating the integrated view of what TEC wants to achieve. The basis of our work is the horizontal work model and so the CIDD teams work in partnership with teams from other directorates so the design and commissioning of new products and initiatives is a collaborative process that ensures successful implementation and delivery.

He angitūtanga: About the Role

The purpose of this role is to own and execute the product roadmap for Tahatū once it transitions into core business, as well as careers.govt.nz, and any other careers-related products that are initiated as part of the National Careers System Strategy.

The Product Manager is responsible for identifying and recommending changes or enhancements to the product suite, which will be approved by the Business Owner or governance groups, aligned with the priorities of the organisation.  

• Own and execute the detailed vision for Tahatū post project, careers.govt.nz, and any other careers-related products that are transitioned into this team over time.
• Define the goals and create the visions for the lifetime of the product, and makes decisions based on the future needs as well as immediate needs.
• Working closely with the team (including any external vendors) around priorities, the vision for the product, decision making and ensure the team have what they need to be able to work effectively
• Leading the planning of product release plans and setting expectations for delivery of new functionalities

He kōrero mōu: What we are looking for:

You will be responsible for supporting the Manager - Careers. We are seeking someone who is able to work autonomously and work across the business to build a network of collaborative relationships to deliver the Teams workplan. You will bring the following:'

• 5 plus years' relevant industry experience in product ownership, management,  or similar role within a product lifecycle
•  Experience with AGILE and/or KANBAN, managing priorities within an overall roadmap
• Experience and confidence in meeting with and managing external stakeholders
• Hands-on experience managing all stages of the product life cycle
• A passion for delivering customer centric products.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What's in it for you

• Three additional (TEC Days) leave days
• A range of benefits including flexible working options, a wellness programme and the ability to purchase extra leave.
• A motivated and supportive manager, keen to make the most of your skill set
• Reduced premiums through our Health Insurance Group Scheme
• A focus on Career development and internal opportunities

The salary range for this position starts from $121,148 up to $142,527 depending on demonstrable skills and experience 

Me pēhea te tuku tono: How to Apply

To view the job description and/or apply for the role, please click Apply For This Job or visit the TEC Careers Portal.

If this sounds like you, please apply now for this great opportunity with your tailored Cover Letter and CV, we welcome your application.

The closing date for this role is 5:00pm 03 February 2023. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact hr@tec.govt.nz.

Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Prior to the Tertiary Education Commission confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking as a minimum.

The TEC is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to New Zealand. We look forward to your application