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Job Opportunity: Head of School, Art and Design:Job description:Job detailsOrganisation Auckland University of Technology (AUT) Closes 8 Aug 2021 Posted on 13 Jul 2021 Region Auckland Work type Full time employment, Fixed Term Work classification Design, Visual Arts Share?» Enhance the face of Art and Design at AUT » Build an innovative educational culture » Become a key member of the Dean@ Executive team We are pursuing a new Head of School to provide outstanding academic, administrative and people leadership abilities to the School of Art and Design. You will play a critical part in achieving the school and faculty's strategic objectives and, as part of the Dean's Executive Team, become an important member of the faculty's leadership abilities and management structure. You will lead a team of approximately 110 (FTE) deeply committed school staff who are focussed on empowering students to develop ambition, capabilities, knowledge, and passion to shape the future through art and design practice. The school is currently in a strong position. You will continue the great progress the outgoing Head of School has made, whilst embracing space for your creativity and possibility of thinking to enable the school to move to the next level. Key focus areas include: » Further advancement of a Faculty and School culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, service and other academic contributions to ensure that staff feel safe and productive in their work. » Lifting the School's internal and external profile and ensuring strong personal networking across New Zealand's Art and Design related sectors. » Driving greater connection and collaboration across the School, including operationalising already-approved curriculum reform. » continuing collaboration with other units in the Faculty to encourage new thinking and enhance student and staff practices. » Play a key function in the planning and establishing of a recently approved Design Centre, as we aim to showcase more externally what we do in the design space. this function enables significant freedom and autonomy and embraces energy and ideas to make things happen. You will be recognised as an effective academic leader emphasising the importance of humanity in education, critically displaying attributes of tolerance, empathy, trustworthiness, confidence and kindness. Your capability to listen, connect, collaborate, communicate and influence will be critical - as is your level of strong respect for others coupled with an open and engaging attitude that is flexible to changing requirements. You'll enhance the positive energy within the University, value diversity and work inclusively. A resolute, robust and positive attitude is essential. For more information please ensure to review the broad information pack available for this appointment, which includes a position description. Applications and Selection Criteria We welcome applications from senior academics of high standing with significant senior academic leadership abilities and staff management practice. We request candidates submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including full publication record) and a statement covering the following key selection criteria : » A record of distinguished academic achievement and research appropriate for appointment as a professor is preferred. A PhD (or equivalent) is also preferable. » broad subject matter practice in one (or more) of the disciplines related to the School, a design background is preferred. Please highlight significant interdisciplinary contributions. » broad senior academic leadership abilities and prosperous staff management practice. Please highlight success developing and sustaining growth. » Significant existing industry connections and partnerships. » A demonstrated record of commitment to indigenous and equity issues, and knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. broad current or previous practice working in New Zealand is preferable. » Significant practice leading key strategic change demonstrating an excellent knowledge of cultural, operational and environmental change management. » Outstanding resilience, interpersonal, negotiation and diplomacy expertise, combined with a coaching and consultative approach to leadership abilities. » A brief summary of your interest and practice embracing innovation and experimentation in previous leadership abilities functions. » candidates are also welcome to add further comments they may feel of relevance. Auckland University of Technology (AUT)is vibrant, achievement-oriented and a compensateing place to work. As one of the world's top 40 young universities and New Zealand's newest, we're poised for the next stage of development. We offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business and industry. AUT has over 29,000 students and around 3000 staff across our three teaching campuses and is located in New Zealand's (NZ's) largest city,Auckland- consistently ranked as one of the world's most liveable cities. OurSchool of Art and Design, Te Kura Toi A Hoahoa(part of AUT's transdisciplinaryFaculty of Design and Creative Technologies Faculty, Te Ara Auaha)is one of the top 150 in the world (QS Rankings 2021). Information technology is also one of the top schools of art and design in New Zealand and a major provider of visual arts, design and digital media education. The school offers undergraduate degrees and postgraduate qualifications to PhD level in communication design, fashion design, spatial design, digital design, textile design, industrial design, interaction design, and visual arts. Information technology is home to a lively and diverse community of scholars from all over the world and welcomes international work and collaboration. Information technology also has a strong focus on M?ori and Pacific people and has established its own kaupapa and values. The School is supported by outstandingfacilities, including fully equipped workshops and studios. more information: » Start Date: The prosperous candidate would ideally be able to join AUT in February 2022 (or earlier by agreement) » The prosperous candidate will secure a 3-year term to the function of Head of School (with potential for further extension) and a permanent appointment as a senior academic. » A competitive remuneration package will be agreed with the prosperous applicant, commensurate with expertise and practice. » candidates 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. » For recruitment enquiries or a confidential discussion, contact Mike Wood - AUT Executive Recruitment Partnermike.wood@aut.ac.nz. Advertising Closing date: Sunday, 8 August at 23:55pm (New Zealand standard time). We expect interviews to take place during late-August/September 2021. Links & Contact info: Head of School, Art and Design - AUT Candidate Information Handbook How to submit the application: For recruitment enquiries or a confidential discussion, contact Mike Wood - AUT Executive Recruitment Partnermike.wood@aut.ac.nz. Skills:
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