Director Research and Enterprise

Whakairohia he toki, tāraia te anamata | Learning with purpose, creating our futures.

About Us: MIT and Unitec are business divisions of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. We deliver vocational education and training, committed to creating a future for our ākonga (learners) through purposeful learning that places ākonga at the centre, ensuring equity for Māori and increased learning access for all.

Te āheinga: The Opportunity As the Director, Research & Enterprise, you'll be at the forefront of driving groundbreaking research initiatives at Unitec & MIT. Your leadership will be pivotal in shaping the future of applied research, ensuring our educational programmes are cutting-edge and deeply connected to the needs of our communities, industries, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion Innovation: Foster a dynamic and collaborative culture that links our applied research capabilities with real-world challenges of industries and communities, delivering innovative solutions that make a tangible impact.
• Strategic Visionary: Craft and implement strategic directions for applied research, aligning with stakeholder needs, public policy, and our academic strengths.
• Work-ready Graduates: Amplify our learners' work-readiness and attractiveness by integrating applied research into their learning journey.
• Leadership Excellence: Oversee research management and support functions, ensuring excellence in postgraduate programme supervision, examinations, and quality assurance.
• Change Maker: Lead transformative initiatives in partnership with other leaders, driving continuous improvement and innovation across the organisation.

He kōrero mōu: What We're Looking For:

You're a visionary leader with a proven track record in senior management and research leadership. Your experience in building productive partnerships and collaborations with internal and external stakeholders is exceptional. You have successfully led major research programs and strategies, demonstrating your capacity to integrate research and education programs effectively.

Your understanding of innovative industry-based or applied research is profound, and you are committed to fostering a student-centered environment that values diverse perspectives and cultures. You're adept at financial management, with strong budgeting capabilities, ensuring that resources are utilised effectively to achieve maximum benefit.

You possess a deep appreciation for Te Reo Māori, Tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of Kaupapa Māori, or you have a strong desire to learn and integrate these into your work. Your leadership style is characterised by honesty, integrity, and authenticity, gaining the trust and confidence of others.

A doctoral qualification is preferred, and you have strong connections within the national research regulatory and funding system. You're ready to lead and develop a high-performing team, driving excellence and fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work culture.

Tā mātau rourou: What We Offer:

• Professional Growth: Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Impactful Work: Lead research initiatives that make a difference.
• Flexible Working: Options to balance professional and personal life.

Tono mai: How to Apply: Please apply online and attach your current CV and covering letter highlighting your skills and experience that make you a perfect fit for this position.

If you would like any further information, please contact Shallu Tokas, People and Culture at [email protected].

Additional Information: 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. MIT is a business division of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.

MIT 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.