"Faculty Manager"

About our team | Mō te tīma

The 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 whakawhanaungatanga (community), proud of the work we do as the largest workforce in the university, spanning every corner of the motu.

The role | Te mahi

We 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.

As 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.

Skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

You 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.

Other key skills:

• A passion and aptitude for information precision and attention to detail.
• Technology savvy and an experienced user of Microsoft Windows and Office software.
• Able to prioritise tasks, manage time and plan to ensure delivery to deadlines.
• Can exercise sound judgement, decision making, and build productive working relationships.
• Highly professional manner and strong people skills; courteous, calm, and welcoming.
• Proven experience in business administration and project management.

Further details | Pūroko

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

The appointment salary range for this role is $115,332 to $129,355, Top of Range $143,378 per annum.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

The 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.

We offer competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance.

For further information, please contact Sonya Stewart via the email address below.

Application | Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2600390 will close on Sunday, 15 March 2026.

Additional Information

Contact: Sonya Stewart

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Department Website

Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email

Location: About Dunedin