__________ DIVISIONAL SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATION Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, The University of Otago, has been a renowned place of learning and discovery for more than 150 years. We strive to support the success of Māori students and staff, as outlined in the Māori Strategic Framework and Pae Tata and are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi to see all our people flourish in their chosen career paths. Our vision is for our people and knowledge to transform lives, connect communities and nurture the environment in Ōtākou, Te Waipounamu, Aotearoa, the Pacific, and the world. Divisional Services and Administration (DSA) is a team of skilled professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality operational and strategic management services, and administrative support across the university. Whilst DSA staff report through the Operations Group, they are embedded within divisions to provide tailored management and administrative services. As the largest workforce in the university, we take pride in the critical role we play in supporting every aspect of its operations. Te mahi/The role We are seeking a Kaiwhakahaere Kohika Rau, a newly established leadership role reporting to the Director of DSA. As a key member of the DSA Senior Leadership Team, you will provide leadership, strategic guidance, and expertise in integrating mātauraka Māori across the division. A core focus of this role is supporting the Kaiwhakahaere Tari group—fostering whakawhanaukataka, strengthening their collective voice, and advancing their mana and professional development. You will also play a vital role in shaping the overall strategy, work plan, and core operational functions of the wider DSA team, ensuring that initiatives, policies, and practices are culturally appropriate, inclusive, and aligned with te ao Māori and tikaka principles. Your leadership will help embed these values into the fabric of our operations, ensuring meaningful and lasting impact. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team committed to excellence and inclusivity. Kā pūkeka me kā wheako/Your skills and experience The ideal candidate will: Work well with others to develop their te reo me ōna tikaka Māori capabilities. Be an experienced people leader who models our values of Manaakitaka, Pono, Māhirahira, and Whakawhānaukataka. Have an in-depth understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in a tertiary education environment and have a passion for and commitment to Māori development. Understand Kaupapa Māori and equity issues that affect kaimahi Māori at work and co-lead the onboarding/induction and recruitment processes for Kaiwhakahaere Tari. Have working knowledge of te reo Māori me ōna tikaka, as well as experience increasing the use of te reo and tikaka Māori within our workplace. Be experienced in executing projects and change initiatives, with proven experience in relationship management. Pūroko/Further details This is a full time (37.5 hours), permanent position located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The appointment range for this role is $98,298 to $106,663. Top of the range is $115,027. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position. Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours. This means that the contributions of kaimahi with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives are valued and respected. We offer competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance. More information regarding employee benefits can be found here. For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact Cherie McConville via the contact details. Application/Tono Applications quoting reference number 2500438 will close on Sunday, 20 April 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, the University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. Please note there will be a short delay in responding to candidates due to the Easter and Anzac break. We will endeavour to connect with you the week commencing 28 April.