Head of Department

Head of Department

Head of Department Auckland University Of Technology location Auckland.

Drive the growth and success of New Zealand's leading Department of Midwifery. Seeking authentic partnership-driven leadership. 3-year term plus permanent senior academic appointment: based at AUT's South Campus.

As one of the world's top 100 young universities and New Zealand's newest, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed.

We are a socially-driven university with equity and excellence central to our purpose and actions, and we offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business, and industry.





AUT has more than 27,000 students and over 4,000 staff based primarily at our three teaching campuses.

Our dynamic Department of Midwifery (part of our Faculty of Health & Environmental Sciences/Te Ara Hauora A Pūtaiao) is the largest midwifery educator, researcher and postgraduate provider in New Zealand. Te Tiriti o Waitangi is embedded in all the activities in the Department of Midwifery and the School of Clinical Sciences, and our curriculum has been refreshed to align with Te Aronui (AUT's Te Tiriti framework).

Our committed team of around 30 staff provide high quality education to over 400FTE students, principally through the Bachelor of Health Science in Midwifery and Postgraduate Programmes. We have high-quality research that has real impact, with world-class researchers and research strengths across midwifery. Our staff are leaders in midwifery and maintain close links with lead maternity carer midwives, midwifery leaders and managers and midwifery clients who offer advice and feedback.







Our student numbers and retention are strong and programmes are accredited through the Midwifery Council of New Zealand. Expertise from our Centre for Midwifery and Women's Health Research informs our teaching.

The opportunity this critical and unique leadership role enables the Department to achieve excellence and equity in education and research, whilst supporting implementation of the University's strategic and operational goals.

The Department is in a strong position and we're looking for a midwifery expert with staff management experience to continue the great progress made, whilst embracing space for your own innovative thinking to develop and respond to the changing needs of the sector and our students!







Key focus areas include embrace AUT's Te Aronui framework. Support staff as the School and AUT works towards becoming a Te Tiriti o Waitangi-led organisation. Provide leadership and direction for the Department of Midwifery.

Lead the further development of a department culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, service and other academic contributions whilst ensuring staff feel safe and productive in their work. Continue to develop and implement academic programs that meet industry standards and student needs.

Continue to foster strong relationships with community, health agency, tangata whenua and other key stakeholders to ensure curriculum relevance and career opportunities. Lead, mentor, and motivate academic and administrative staff to achieve department objectives.







You will be recognised as a culturally capable leader who champions inclusivity and diversity, and is committed to creativity and innovation! Your ability to listen, connect, collaborate, communicate and influence will be critical - as will be your strong respect for others. A resolute, robust and positive attitude is essential.

Along with your academic CV (with full publication list), please ensure to submit a) a cover letter which explains why this role and AUT are of interest, and b) a statement addressing how your experience aligns with the key selection criteria we're seeking below a record of academic achievement suitable for appointment as a senior midwifery academic.

A champion for equity.





Capability to lead and support the department on its Te Tiriti journey. Staff management experience leading teams. Please outline the size/scale of staff led, along with successes developing and sustaining growth and ensuring a positive work culture for staff.

Demonstrated ability to develop significant connections and partnerships with community, health agency, tangata whenua and other key stakeholders. Significant experience leading strategic change demonstrating excellent understanding of cultural, operational, and organisational change management. Applicants are welcome to add further comments they may feel of relevance.

Further information start Date Early-2025 (to be agreed with the successful candidate).





Term The successful candidate will secure a 3-year secondment to the role of Head of Department (with potential for further extension) and a permanent appointment as a senior academic.

Salary Aligned with the appropriate step in AUT's academic pay scales (ranges all in NZD - Senior Lecturer $109,051 - $128,559; Associate Professor $142, 835 - $165,369; Professor: $156,354 - $201,425). In addition, an annual allowance is paid for Head of Department responsibilities.

▶️ Head of Department
🖊️ Auckland University of Technology
📍 Auckland