Faculty Manager

%3Cp style=%22font-family:Times New Roman;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060d87;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cimg src=%22https://www.otago.ac.nz/assets/humanresources/documents/Dentistry1.jpg%22 alt=%22%22 width=%22850%22 height=%22345%22%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Times New Roman;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#f4b142;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:18px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E_%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDIVISIONAL SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATION | WHAKARATONGA TARI ME TE WHAKARITENGA%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EFACULTY OF DENTISTRY | TE KAUPEKA PŪNIHO%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout our team | Mō te tīma%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThe Faculty Manager role is part of Divisional Services and Administration, a team of highly skilled professionals responsible for delivering outstanding student and staff experiences. We are a strong, supportive whakawhanaukataka (community), proud of the work we do as the largest workforce in the university, spanning every corner of the motu.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EThe role | Te mahi%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EWe are seeking a Faculty Manager to join the Faculty of Dentistry in Ōtepoti. This is a senior role leading and managing operations, ensuring all services align with the teaching, learning, research, and strategic goals of the Division.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EAs a key member of the leadership team, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Faculty to drive strategic operational planning and function as a critical link between the departments and service units. Your leadership will be instrumental in setting high standards and maintaining strong relationships across the University.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESkills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EYou will bring extensive experience in strategic and operational planning, reporting, and workforce analysis, supported by a demonstrated ability to lead complex change at scale. As a forward‑thinking and solutions‑oriented leader, you will apply strong diplomacy and negotiation skills to influence, guide, and align stakeholders. Your leadership will set the tone for a collaborative, high‑performing culture, inspiring teams to deliver consistently high standards across the organisation.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EOther key skills:%3Cbr%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;A passion and aptitude for information precision and attention to detail.%3Cbr%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Technology savvy and an experienced user of Microsoft Windows and Office software.%3Cbr%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Able to prioritise tasks, manage time and plan to ensure delivery to deadlines.%3Cbr%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Can exercise sound judgement, decision making, and build productive working relationships.%3Cbr%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Highly professional manner and strong people skills; courteous, calm, and welcoming.%3Cbr%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Proven experience in business administration and project management.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EFurther details | Pūroko%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThis is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThe University is offering a remuneration level commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EYou must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThe University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives are valued and respected.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EWe offer a competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EFor further information, please contact Robyn Sutton via the email address below.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EApplication | Tono%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3ETo submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EApplications quoting reference number 2601555 will close on Sunday, 15 November 2026.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan class=%22subtitle%22%3EAdditional Information%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EContact:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E %3Ca href=%22mailto:robyn.sutton@otago.ac.nz%22%3ERobyn Sutton%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPosition details:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E %3Ca href=%22https://www.otago.ac.nz/_assets/humanresources/documents/2601555.pdf%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EJob Description%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EFurther Information:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E %3Ca href=%22https://www.otago.ac.nz/dentistry%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EDepartment Website%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ECreate an email with a link to this vacancy:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E %3Ca href=%22mailto:?Subject=Vacancy at the University of Otago %26amp;body=Hello, this vacancy at the University of Otago might be of interest to you https://otago.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2601555%22 target=%22_blank%22%3ECreate email%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:#060D87;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ELocation:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E %3Ca href=%22https://www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/join-otago/lifestyle-and-culture/dunedin/index.html%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EAbout Dunedin%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E

Job Details

Primary Location: NZL-SI-Dunedin

Employment Status: Permanent

Salary Level and Range: The University is offering a remuneration level commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.

Organisation: Divisional Services and Administration (Dent)

Job Function: Administrative and Operations Management