Assistant Director - Student Success at University of Canterbury, Canterbury Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
Continuing (permanent) position
Are you a strategic leader, passionate about delivering student success initiatives throughout their undergraduate journey?
Au Mahi | What You Will Do
We have a unique opportunity for an Assistant Programme Director to take the operational lead and oversight across all UC's student success initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Student Success, you will ensure the long-term planning, development and implementation of robust frameworks for UC's Kaitoko | Student Advisory Services, lead student-facing components of Kia Angitu | the Student Success Programme and oversee the delivery of the Enrichment programme content in alignment with the university's and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic's strategic priorities. The Assistant Programme Director is the crucial link in leading pan-university change, connecting delivery with faculty and specific service unit expectations of student success initiatives.
Mou | Who You Are
To be successful in this role, you will have significant experience in an education or tertiary environment, including a proven track record in enhancing student engagement, support services and outcomes.
You will also have:
a minimum of a Master's degree in the field of education, educational psychology or other related discipline
an in-depth understanding of an academic / education community
experience designing and implementing strategies that align with educational institute goals and drive student success
exceptional interpersonal skills, with an ability to partner with all levels of stakeholders
knowledge in analysing and utilising data to inform programme development and assess student success metrics
a commitment to inclusiveness, participation, recognition, support, and sense of connection and belonging in an education setting
proven experience in designing and implementing effective student support programmes that enhance retention and graduation rates
natural leadership skills, to independently lead and develop a highly motivated and efficient team
skills in managing and maintaining budgets
experience working with external funding agencies and other key stakeholders
be a pragmatic leader, have lateral thinking and problem-solving skills
active commitment to upholding the values, tikanga of cultural practices and traditions, and valuing te reo Maori.
Mahi Ngatahi | Who You Will Work With
The mahi undertaken in Kia Angitu, UC's student success programme, is designed to achieve one of UC's key strategic objectives - to develop and provide a positive environment to support student success through a range of pedagogical, digital, and organisational approaches.
Nga Painga o UC | Why UC
Nga Uara | Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our akonga and staff. They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can and make UC a great place to work and study.
We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)
five weeks annual leave and five days university holidays
UC Parental Leave (up to 9 weeks paid) + 26 weeks Government paid parental leave
flexible working arrangements
supportive working environment
professional development and study opportunities
a unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as the recreation centre and Staff club at discounted rates plus onsite cafés and eateries, and more.
The closing date for this position is: Sunday, 3 November 2024 (midnight, NZ time)
Please note applications will be reviewed after the close date.
Pehea te tono mai | How You Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume. Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to ******.
You must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role. If you hold a valid work visa and are physically present in New Zealand, then you may also be considered.
Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.
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