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Director Of Academic Operations

Director Of Academic Operations

WaikatoWaikato, New Zealand
16 hours ago
Job description

Nga korero mo te turanga – About the roleAs Director of Academic Operations, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the Division of Education runs smoothly and strategically.

Working closely with the Pro Vice-Chancellor, you'll provide operational, planning, and strategic leadership that supports the Division's teaching, research, and student success goals.You'll lead a team of professional staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, equity, and continuous improvement.

From driving academic planning and student services to overseeing accreditation and operational systems, your leadership will help ensure the Division delivers an outstanding experience for both staff and students.You'll also play a key role in business and financial planning, policy development, and the coordination of divisional operations - ensuring alignment with the University's strategic direction.This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking leader who combines strategic insight with operational expertise and a genuine commitment to supporting student achievement and wellbeing.Salary will be in the range of $112,801 to $124,038 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position.

This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.Ko wai koe?

– Who are you?

You're an experienced and strategic leader with a strong background in business administration and operational management.

Highly organised and financially astute, you excel at planning, problem-solving, and leading high-performing teams.A skilled communicator and collaborator, you build strong relationships across complex organisations and work effectively with diverse groups.

You combine analytical thinking with a proactive, solutions-focused approach and bring a genuine commitment to student success, equity, and continuous improvement.Ko wai matou?

– Who are we?

The Division of Education constitutes Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education, Wilf Malcom Institute of Educational Research, Te Whai Toi Tangata Institute of Professional Learning and Poutama Pounamu.

It boasts a richness of research led teaching and professional learning in education in areas including initial teacher education, education and society, counsellor education, disability and inclusion, human development, social work, educational leadership, and teaching English to speakers of other languages.He aha nga take me tono mai ai koe?

– Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success!

Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research.

Our rankings reflect these strengths.

Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations.Ko te Tangata – For the PeopleThe University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research.

Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.BenefitsAdditional university leaveCompetitive superannuationCareer opportunitiesApplications Close on Friday 7th November

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