Comprehensive New Zealand Curriculum Research & Writing

Job ID: 39490432

Budget: $750 – $1,500 NZD

Description:
We are building an educational curriculum that introduces learners to New Zealand’s political, legal, and economic systems.

This role is for one capable researcher/writer to create one structured and cohesive document (or 2–3 connected modules) that touch on 36 specific topics.

Note: This is NOT 36 individual essays. You will be expected to group topics into chapters and produce a flowing, educational curriculum-style resource.

Topics to Cover (Grouped):
Foundations & History: NZ political history, Treaty of Waitangi, Constitution Act, MMP
Law & Governance: Bill of Rights, courts, justice system, how laws are made, public service
Key Legislation: RMA, Public Finance Act, Local Government Act, Education Act, etc.
Public Systems: Education, health, welfare, housing, immigration, workforce
Economy: NZ's budget process, key industries, trade agreements, investment policy
Culture & Identity: Te Reo Māori, national symbols, multiculturalism, media
Full list of 36 topics will be provided upon project start.

Structure Required:
Title Page
Executive Summary (~1 page)
Thematic Chapters (grouping the 36 topics)
Conclusion
References / Further Reading section
Expected total length: 20,000–25,000 words

Preferred Sources:
www.legislation.govt.nz
www.treasury.govt.nz, www.stats.govt.nz
News: RNZ, NZ Herald, Stuff, The Spinoff
Think tanks: NZ Initiative, Motu
Books: Penguin History of NZ (Michael King), Claudia Orange, Blue Blood, No Left Turn

Budget & Timeline:
Budget: NZD $400–600 (based on experience and writing quality)
Timeline: ~3–4 weeks
Milestone payments for chapters or deliverables

To Apply, Please Include:
A sample of research-based or nonfiction writing
Any experience with NZ law, public policy, or curriculum design
Your proposed total fee and timeline
Availability and milestone preference