Director Support Services

September 10, 2024

Manukau Institute of Technology

Whangarei

OTHER & FULL TIME

About Us
North Tec a division of Te Pūkenga, New Zealand's leading institutes of technology, is committed to developing Northland and its people through tertiary education providing programmes from foundation to degree level. North Tec is the region's largest provider of tertiary education, with campuses and learning centres in Whangārei and across Northland.
The region's climate, relaxed lifestyle and unbounded opportunities continue to attract people from around the world to Northland's spectacular rural and coastal surroundings.
You will work with some incredible people who are passionate about the positive impact we make to the communities we serve. We offer a work environment which values genuine people who care for others, are well-connected, open and approachable and strive for excellence in all we do. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
"Kua herea mātou ki te whai i te tūturutanga o Te Tiriti O Waitangi." We are committed to creating and maintaining a culturally responsive work environment in relation to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
To learn more about North Tec/Te Pūkenga, visit Tai Tokerau Wānanga | North Tec.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a financially astute and forward-thinking leader with strong commercial and business management experience to join our Senior Leadership Team.
This role will partner with senior leadership and managers, providing expert insights, advice, support, and financial and commercial leadership.
Responsible for enabling delivery and developing effective forecasting and budgeting capability, including the publication of forecasts and budgets.
Support the strategic direction and objectives and advise managers on effective P&L management with a focus on financial sustainability as part of the sector reform.
This portfolio oversees the functions within North Tec finance, IT, property, facilities and procurement, contract and fleet management, critical incident management and some ākonga support services and is responsible for setting directorate strategy and managing the tactical delivery for these functions.
This integral role will report to the Regional Executive Director and will be responsible for developing and leading the financial and commercial strategic programme of work to ensure the successful delivery of North Tec kaupapa.
This position is based on campus in Whangārei, Northland.
Please refer to position description for further information (including remuneration) about the role.
About You
Your hands on experience leading people through complex systems and changing environments is essential. Your ability to apply resilience and to flex with the path to navigate a fast-paced environment will be necessary.
Ideally you are a member of CAANZ or equivalent professional body and have a postgraduate qualification in accounting or a related field, with demonstrable significant senior leadership experience in finance, and a strong understanding of the vocational education sector.
Strategic thinking, stakeholder management and leadership skills, along with proficiency in forecasting, budgeting, reporting and commercial negotiation come naturally to you.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, applicants must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident.
Please apply online and attach your current CV and covering letter highlighting your skills and experience that align with this role. If you have any queries about the role, please email Shallu Tokas, Talent Acquisition Consultant @ shallu.tokas@manukau.ac.nz
Applications must be received by close of business on 24 September 2024.
We will be assessing applications as they come in and this position may close earlier.
North Tec Tai Tokerau Wānanga is a business division of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
Te Tai Tokerau Wānanga, He kuratini whakatangata, whakakaha hāpori hoki
He kuratini e taea ai koe te ako i ngā āhuatanga e whai mahi ai
Disclaimer
This position is currently open to internal candidates of Te Pūkenga divisions. It has also been identified as a potential redeployment for kaimahi who have had their position impacted. Therefore, in assessing applications affected kaimahi will be given priority. We welcome external applicants.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available