Teaching - Tertiary (Education & Training)
Full time
A centre for excellence in the arts, Te Wananga Whare Tapere o Takitimu assists people of all backgrounds to achieve their potential and contribute positively to societal needs and changes with pride, confidence, and commitment. It has established itself as one of the leading innovators in traditional Maori performing arts training. Founded in 1983 by Tama Huata with the support of a dynamic team, Takitimu has been a pioneer in this emerging field.
About the role
The function of the Academic Director is to ensure that all of the Wananga recognized courses are delivered to the highest standards of excellence and meet the requirements of all appropriate stakeholders, especially, but not limited to, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC), Ministry of Education (MOE), and the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA). This function also includes responsibility for the standardized reporting requirements of these stakeholders.
Benefits and perks
At Te Wananga Whare Tapere o Takitimu, all employees benefit from working within a unique kaupapa that encompasses womb to tomb learning for the ages of 0 - 65+. All employees of Takitimu have the opportunity to work alongside national and international artists and may at times be given the opportunity to travel nationally and internationally.
Skills and experience
The Academic Director will need to have skills and experience in administering and managing the following areas:
Academic Planning
Academic Evaluative processes
Data input and analysis
Academic Budgeting
Academic Resourcing
Academic Professional Development programmes for Staff
Supervision and management of a team
Student outcomes and pathways
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
Well developed interpersonal skills both oral and written essential .
Able to follow instructions and give instructions to a team of people.
Special Aptitudes:
An understanding and appreciation of the Performing Arts & Arts Industry.
An understanding and appreciation of cultural issues.
An understanding and appreciation of local marae protocol.
An ability to relate to a wide variety of people and cultures.
An ability to relate to people of all ages.
An ability to prioritise.
An ability to cope with pressure.
An ability to work unsupervised.
Your application will include the following questions:
How many years of people management experience do you have?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
How many years' experience do you have as an Academic Director?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
Do you own or have regular access to a car?
Are you available to work public holidays?
Are you willing to relocate for this role?
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