Manutaki - Director, Strategy and Planning at Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington - Wairarapa

• Are you a strategic thinker who excels at turning complex data into actionable insights and long-term plans?
• Do you enjoy engaging with pan-university teams and perspectives to collaboratively lead organisational development and planning efforts?
• Have you got a passion for higher education or public institutions, and committed to equity, community engagement, and principles like Te Tiriti o Waitangi?

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we've made here.

Join Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington as our next Manutaki - Director, Strategy and Planning, leading a high-performing team at the centre of the University. Focused on strategic development, planning, and reporting. This is a permanent, full-time role.

As part of the Tumu Whakarae - Vice-Chancellor's Office, you will provide critical analysis, insights and decision support to the University's leadership. You'll work alongside Te Hiwa - Senior Leadership Team to ensure alignment with our Strategic Plan, compliance with external reporting obligations and delivery of forward-thinking strategy that guides our decision making and reflects our commitment to excellence, community, equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

You will be a strategic thinker and collaborative leader. Experienced in planning, analysis, organisational development and someone who thrives on meaningful impact and engaging with a varying range of teams and perspectives.

Key requirements:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and/or extensive experience in strategic planning and decision support
• Proven expertise in performance reporting, compliance, and data governance
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• High analytical skills for dealing with varied data, being able to practically apply data to relevant situations, enacting change
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in higher education or public institution settings is a plus

What we offer:

• A values-led organisation with our marae at its heart
• A vibrant campus in the capital city, surrounded by culture, politics, and innovation
• The opportunity to shape strategic direction at a national and global level

Apply now and be part of a university that's committed to knowledge, community and making a difference.

Close date for vacancy: Sunday, 1 June 2025.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.

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