Dean/Manutaki, College of Education at University of Otago

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Academic Leadership, Research Publication, Teaching, Postgraduate Supervision, Financial Management, Administrative Management, Strategic Planning, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Decision Making, Collegiality, Advocacy, Community Engagement

Industry

Research Services

Description

__________ Dean/Manutaki College of Education/Te Kura Ākau Taitoka Division of Humanities/Te Kete Aronui Tēnā koutou rau rakatira mā, E rere ana ki kā hau e whā tēnei karaka mai i Te Manukura o te Kete Aronui i te Whare Wānaka o Otākou. E pōwhiri ana mātou ki kā tono mō te mahi o te Manutaki o Te Kura Ākau Taitoka. Talofa lava, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Mālō e lelei, Mālō nī, Kia orana and warm Pacific greetings to you all. The Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Division of Humanities invites applications for the position of Dean, College of Education. The University of Otago College of Education is dedicated to the enhancement of educational practice through high quality teaching, scholarship, research, professional leadership, and community service, to benefit learners, educators, and the wider community (in local, national and international settings). This position provides an excellent opportunity for an internationally-respected senior academic to take on the leadership of the University of Otago’s College of Education. The College has a strong focus on providing excellence and leadership in research and teaching across a range of Initial Teacher Education and Education Studies programmes, at both the undergraduate and postgraduate level. The Role/Te mahi The Dean provides leadership in a collaborative academic environment, advancing the College’s commitment to excellence in research-led teaching and enriching student experience. As a member of the Division's leadership team, the Dean also contributes to the Division’s strategy and to the wider University. It is expected that the appointment will be made at the level of Professor or Associate Professor. Responsibilities of the role include: • Promoting the College’s efforts to understand and realise the letter and the spirit of the University’s Māori Strategic Framework 2030, and te Tiriti o Waitangi. • Promoting the College’s efforts to understand and realise the letter and spirit of the University’s Pacific Strategic Framework (2022-2030). • Providing leadership and advocacy for the College within the University. • Maintaining and strengthening genuine relationships with papatipu rūnaka, Kāi Tahu whānui, education partners, and the wider community. • Liaising with other New Zealand Deans of Education, initial teacher education providers, the Ministry of Education, and the Teaching Council, as required. • Executive responsibility for financial, academic and administrative matters of the College, reporting to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities). • Maintaining research productivity. The Dean will be supported by a collegial academic environment, an active and dynamic research culture, and by efficient professional services across the University. Skills and Experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako To be considered for appointment to this position, candidates should be able to demonstrate: • Commitment to upholding the mana of iwi Māori, and values, tikaka, kawa and mātauraka as guided by those with mana whenua status in our takiwā (region). • A distinguished and sustained record of research publication in education. • Experience of teaching in an area of initial teacher education and/or education studies in a tertiary setting. • Experience supervising postgraduate research students. • Evidence of international standing in the applicant’s field of expertise. Strong candidates for the position will also have a demonstrated record of academic leadership, display strong interpersonal skills, a genuine interest in others, an open communication style, clear decision-making ability, and a collegial leadership style. Further details/ Pūroko The University of Otago is well-known for its collegiality, and, combined with living in the vibrant city of Dunedin, provides opportunities for an excellent work-life balance. The Dunedin campus has been ranked as one of the top 15 most beautiful in the world. The city has affordable living, excellent schools, and a great array of activities, ranging from art and literature to outdoor activities. Specific enquiries about the position may be directed to Farai Madambi, Recruitment Consultant, via the contact details below. Application/ Tono Candidates are requested to submit the following: • CV • Cover letter • Names and email addresses of at least three referees To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2600389 will close on Sunday, 19 April 2026.#LI-DNI Additional Information Contact: Farai Madambi Tel: +64 21 279 1516 Position details: Information Statement Guidelines for Academic Positions: Guidelines Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin

Responsibilities

The Dean provides leadership in a collaborative academic environment, advancing the College’s commitment to excellence in research-led teaching and enriching student experience. Responsibilities include executive oversight for financial, academic, and administrative matters, and promoting adherence to the University’s Māori and Pacific Strategic Frameworks.