Head of School, School of Economics and Finance

Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington - New Zealand
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• Key opportunity for outstanding academic leader
• Highly accredited Business School
• New Zealand's first ranked university for research quality (PBRF 2012)

Victoria University of Wellington is a vibrant, capital city university, distinguished by its research excellence and strong student-centred ethos. The University draws on the distinctive nature of Wellington as the seat of government, and the financial centre of New Zealand.

Situated directly opposite the Parliament of New Zealand, the Victoria Business School holds the 'triple crown' (AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA) of international accreditations and is seeking to appoint an outstanding candidate as the Head of School, School of Economics and Finance. The School's areas of expertise include economics, econometrics and finance. The successful candidate will hold an excellent record of scholarly achievement in economics and/or finance and their related fields, combined with a demonstrated active research agenda and strong, senior-level management experience.

The Head of School is a key member of the Faculty Management Team and is expected to work in close co-operation with the Pro Vice-Chancellor and Dean of Commerce, contributing to the strategic development of the School of Economics and Finance and the Victoria Business School.

With a PhD or relevant qualification in Economics, Finance or related fields, the ideal candidate will be an internationally recognised academic leader at the Professorial level, with the experience to lead a multi-disciplinary School. A passion for excellence in teaching and research with a commitment to an outstanding student experience is important for success in this position. The ability to build effective teams in a diverse and complex environment, combined with a strong track record in collegial leadership and a deep commitment to equity and diversity will be essential for success in this position.

Bold in thinking and innovative in approach, this role will suit a leader with strong professional and personal credibility, demonstrated strategic vision, motivation and resilience. Proven financial acumen and operational management skills, along with the ability to successfully engage both external and internal stakeholders, are essential to create new opportunities in a constrained economic environment.

For more information about the University, please visit www.victoria.ac.nz

Applications close Thursday 26 February 2015

To apply in confidence, please go to www.jofisher.com and click "APPLY ONLINE" using reference VUWsef0115 and include your cover letter and full curriculum vitae; or for a confidential discussion call Ms Kathy Kane on + 64 9 282 4240.

Victoria University of Wellington is an EEO employer and actively seeks to meet its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi.

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