"Kaiwhakahaere - Manager, Student Leadership Programmes"

Job Description:

• Are you passionate about empowering students to become global citizens and community leaders?
• Can you build meaningful partnerships and guide a dedicated team to deliver transformative student leadership experiences?
• Do you thrive in a values-driven environment where equity, sustainability and personal growth are at the heart of student development?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Kaiwhakahaere - Manager, Student Leadership Programmes who will contribute to shaping the future of student development at the University. This permanent, full-time role sits within Te Pūrengi - Student Experience and Wellbeing, alongside passionate student services teams dedicated to student success.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading the design, delivery and evaluation of the Kitea Impact Programme (Our flagship co-curricular programme that fosters leadership, global citizenship, community engagement, personal growth, and sustainability among students).
• Cultivating strong relationships and collaborating with a wide range of partners, including University colleagues and students, the diplomatic community, global experiential organisations, and voluntary and community groups.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

You are a visionary leader with a passion for student development and a knack for turning strategy into action. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on creating impact, values equity and inclusion, and is excited to shape the future of student leadership at the University.

Key requirements:

• Proven experience in leading complex programmes that support diverse learners and align with institutional goals.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong relationships across academic, professional, and community settings.
• A deep understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive practice.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire, influence, and innovate in a dynamic environment.

Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.

Close date for vacancy: 12 September 2025.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Karen Davis, Deputy Director, Student Experience and Wellbeing (027 563 5423, karen.davis@vuw.ac.nz).

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our career's page and not via email. When applying for this position, candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently.

We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.

About Us

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here.

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