Newly created senior leadership position within the University of Otago - Otakou Whakaihu WakaLead the Pacific academic agendaTena koutou katoa, malo e lelei, fakaalofa lahi atu, kia orana, taloha ni, ni sa bula vinaka, namaste, halo olgeta, kamna mauri and warm Pacific greetings.The University of Otago – Otakou Whakaihu Waka has been a renowned place of learning and discovery for more than 150 years. We strive to become an even more successful, globally influential university, committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi as we advance outstanding research and research-informed teaching to enable transformative learning and student experiences. Our Vision / Ko te Aronga is for our people and knowledge to transform lives, connect communities and nurture the environment in Otakou, Te Waipounamu, Aotearoa, the Pacific, and the world.We are proud of the success of our Pacific students and staff. We want to create an environment that will foster further success and address barriers to equitable outcomes. Our Pacific students are increasingly discerning, passionate and active global citizens who demand inclusivity, quality teaching and outstanding support services. An expansive strategic, long-term vision that focuses on celebrating and supporting Pacific excellence has been developed with these aspirations in mind.The Role/Te mahiThe Pro-Vice-Chancellor / Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Pacific) is a new role that will necessarily be further shaped by the incumbent once they are in place. This includes the position description that will be honed by the incumbent and evolve over time, as will the nature of the Office of the PVC / DVC (Pacific) and the roles of the staff members within that office.This role will lead the Pacific academic agenda at the University of Otago and will lead the rollout of Pacific strategic commitments expressed in Pae Tata and Vision 2040: transforming lives, connecting communities, and nurturing the environment. This includes strengthening our place as a university firmly rooted in the Pacific region. The person in this role will uphold the University's vision of being Te Tiriti o Waitangi led, and will lead the Office in implementing and monitoring the Pacific Strategic Framework 2022–2030.This role is a key member of the senior leadership team and as such will work closely with key stakeholders including the Vice-Chancellor, Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Pro-Vice-Chancellors and the Office of the PVC/DVC (Pacific) to advance Pacific academic excellence at the University to increase levels of student participation, retention and success.The position is advertised as Pro-Vice-Chancellor / Deputy Vice-Chancellor, as the selection panel will make a recommendation for which level the role is appointed at following candidate interviews.Skills And Experience/Ka Pukeka Me Ka WheakoThis position offers an exciting and unique opportunity to lead the University's new phase of engagement with the Pacific. Candidates will ideally have:High standing within Pacific communities.Capability with a Pacific language or languages (fluency is desirable though not essential).High standing in Pacific research and pedagogy.A current research programme at a high international standard and a commitment to maintaining this while serving as Pro-Vice-Chancellor / Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Pacific).Demonstrated transformative leadership ability and experience in a university or wananga (in a role such as Tumuaki, Dean or Head of Department) or a comparable research or professional practice.Energy and enthusiasm in leading change that inspires a positive culture of transformation.Further details/PurokoThis is a permanent, full-time (1 FTE) position, located in Dunedin. Confidential enquiries can be directed to Elena Calvert, Recruitment Manager via the contact details below.Application/TonoThe University seeks written documents from candidates wishing to apply for the role. Candidates are required to provide:A CV, including employment historyA letter of application addressing the position description3-4 referee contact details, including telephone number and email address.The three-day interview programme for this role is scheduled to take place from Wednesday 6th November to Friday 8th November 2024. Please note in your cover letter whether you are available on these dates.To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2401320 will close on Sunday 15 September 2024. #J-18808-Ljbffr
