Kia hiwa rā!
At Unitec, we're passionate about the power of education to positively change the lives of our learners, their family and wider communities. We make sure our learners are well equipped for the future needs of employers, by providing them with a mix of hands-on and classroom-based learning.

Te āheinga: The opportunity
As a Team Leader, you'll undertake the development and deployment of academic quality processes, documentation and systems that ensure Unitec's academic programmes are supported to achieve exceptional outcomes for our learners.
You will actively build strong partnerships with our internal stakeholders supporting and influencing academic quality throughout the organisation. You'll also lead a small cross-functional team, working closely with other Team leader and Senior Administrators to achieve outcomes.
The position requires a strong understanding of academic operations and quality assurance activities. You'll support the ongoing implementation of policy and procedure, including through the provision of workshops for Quality Administrators, reporting on outcomes, updating process guides, arranging training sessions and assisting with queries that arise from your team and academic staff across the institute.
Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the role.

He kōrero mōu: About you
You'll have:

• An understanding or desire to learn te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of kaupapa Māori

• Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments

• Experience as people leader with a values-driven, solutions-focused approach, and strong organisational skills to manage competing priorities.

• Analytical skills and be detail-focused, capable of retaining and recalling information, identifying issues, and creating solutions.

• Strong communication skills with excellent written and verbal skills, able to break down complex information for diverse groups and respond professionally and timely to various situations.

• Technological proficient, with high computer literacy, proficiency in Office applications and databases, and the ability to interpret and implement policy to achieve objectives.

Desirable:

• Demonstrated expertise in facilitating and conducting workshops, with a proven ability to critically evaluate processes and recommend improvements.

• Extensive experience collaborating with senior academic and professional staff within a tertiary education setting.

Tā mātau rourou: What we offer
We might be biased but joining us at Unitec will mean you're committing to a work culture that you'll want to be a part of! You'll be working within a close-knit team and will also work closely with other teams across Unitec, giving you plenty of opportunities to get to know the wider group and the chance to give back to tomorrow's generation.

Tono mai: How to Apply
To be considered for this position, applicants must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident.
Apply now including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are interested and how you meet the requirements for the role. Application will close on 5th of November 2024 at 17:00.
Please note: We are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. We do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply.
Unitec is a business division of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Disclaimer: This position has been identified as a potential redeployment for kaimahi who have had their position impacted by the National Office review process. Therefore, in assessing applications, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority.
Unitec is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

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