Head of School, Communication Studies
Auckland University of Technology
- Auckland
- Contract
- Full-time
- Leading the further development of a School culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, service and other academic contributions whilst ensuring staff feel safe and productive in their work.
- Further enhancing the sense of community and collaboration amongst staff post-COVID.
- Lifting the School's external profile and ensuring strong personal networking across New Zealand's communication and media sectors.
- Advocating for the School internally in the broader environment of the faculty and AUT.
- Helping the School increase its international student enrolments and outlook, whilst maintaining a critical local focus and perspective.
- Continuing to operationalise already-approved curriculum reform.
- Driving greater cross-disciplinary collaboration with other areas and disciplines of the Faculty and University to encourage new thinking and enhance student and staff experiences.
- Subject matter experience in one (or more) of the disciplines related to the School is preferable. Please highlight relevant interdisciplinary contributions.
- Senior leadership, and demonstrated staff management, experience. Please highlight successes developing and sustaining growth, and ensuring a positive work culture for staff.
- Demonstrated development of significant industry connections and partnerships.
- Demonstrated capability to lead the School on an authentic and robust
- Significant experience leading key strategic change demonstrating an excellent understanding of cultural, operational, and organisational change management.
- Outstanding resilience, interpersonal, negotiation and diplomacy skills, combined with a coaching and consultative approach to leadership.
- A brief summary of your interest and experience embracing innovation and experimentation in previous leadership roles.
- Applicants are welcome to add further comments they may feel of relevance.
- Start Date: The successful candidate would ideally be able to join AUT in mid-late-2024.
- Term: The successful candidate will secure a 5-year term to the role of Head of School (with potential for further extension). A competitive remuneration package will be agreed with the successful applicant, commensurate with skills and experience.
- Referees: Applicants should also provide names, contact details and clarification of relationship for at least three potential referees. Referees will not be contacted without the prior consent of the applicant.
- Enquiries: Please contact Mike Wood, AUT Executive Recruitment Partner -
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