Amo Aronui | Dean of Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (1FHSS) Kelburn, Wellington Central, New Zealand
- Contribute to the success of a renowned university in New Zealand’s dynamic capital city.
- Champion strategic growth and inclusivity in a top academic leadership role.
- Drive a Faculty known for creativity, scholarship, impact, and engagement.
Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Te Wāhanga Aronui - Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is looking for an Amo Aronui - Dean of the Faculty for a five-year term. The Faculty stands out for its commitment to knowledge and creativity, excelling both nationally and internationally in scholarship and innovation. Its mission is realised through its core strengths: scholarship, creativity, social relevance, diversity, and flexibility across disciplines, enriched by its envious capital city location.
Reporting to the Tumu Maruaia - Provost, the Amo Aronui - Dean will guide the Faculty’s strategic vision and foster excellence in research, teaching, and civic engagement.
Ō pūmanawa - About you
You will:
- Proactively shape the development of the Faculty’s vision, strategy, and implementation pathways across all academic activities.
- Champion a safe and inclusive culture that enables everyone to thrive.
- Have expertise that is key in nurturing stakeholder relations.
- Uphold a deep-rooted commitment to Tiriti o Waitangi.
Key requirements:
- An established academic with a proven track record in leadership within dynamic environments.
- A PhD in a pertinent discipline.
- Outstanding academic achievements.
- Strong strategic and financial acumen.
- Exceptional skills in advocacy and communication.
- A passion for teamwork.
Close Date for Vacancy: 12 September 2024.
Sheffield Search is assisting Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington with this appointment. More information on this opportunity can be found at https://www.sheffield.co.nz/Job-Search?Id=396.
Contact Details for Vacancy: For a confidential discussion, please phone Patrick Rooney on +64 21 458 362 or email patrick.rooney@sheffield.co.nz.
To apply in strict confidence now, email your cover letter and CV to cvwlg@sheffield.co.nz quoting 8780NIsk. Emails will be electronically acknowledged, and further correspondence may be by email.