ASSOCIATE DEAN, COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
Canterbury University
ASSOCIATE DEAN, COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
ACU Ref: 58850
Closing Date: 23 October 2011
Closing Date: 23 October 2011
The College of Business and Economics is presently inviting applications for the continuing position of Associate Dean. The purpose of this role is to assist the Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Dean of Commerce in providing effective academic leadership of the College and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and protocols. You will provide advice to the PVC/Dean on the academic impact of strategic decisions within the College and assist with strategic programme planning and development. This role will be instrumental in ensuring the successful College attainment, development and maintenance of AACSB, CPA Australia, AMBA and NZICA accreditation. Additionally the Associate Dean will be required to serve as Acting Dean in the Dean’s absence on an as required basis.
To be successful, you need to be able to demonstrate a commitment to: academic excellence, quality assurance of academic programmes, student support and achievement, and have demonstrable experience of working at a Senior Academic Managerial level within the Higher Education sector. As this is a senior level position and a member of the College Executive Team we would expect you to take a proactive strategic leadership role within the Executive Team and contribute to the vision and ongoing operational direction of the College of Business and Economics.
You, as the successful candidate, will essentially have a Masters (PhD would be highly desirable) or equivalent level academic qualification in any academic discipline or cognate discipline of the Faculty/College, as well as:
• Demonstrated experience working with:
o the interpretation and application of regulations and policies
o data, report writing, research and analysis
• Ability to operate as an advocate of the Faculty/College.
• Substantial experience working with students or customers from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of (a) relevant government bodies’ functions and procedures and (b) University regulations, policies and procedures.
Your proven ability to work effectively in a cross-functional capacity on multiple, competing priorities will be a distinct advantage
Download the full Position Description from here:
https://ucvacancies.canterbury.ac.nz/PositionDescriptions/BSEC/Associate_Dean_Position_Description.pdf
Located on a picturesque campus, the University offers an extensive range of services and facilities including library and art collections, child-care centres, health centre, recreation centre, pharmacy, book shop and cafés. You’ll have opportunities to work alongside members of a world class, diverse academic community and enrich your own professional and personal development. The University is a smoke-free campus.
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