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Programme Manager Capital Projects Team

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Programme Manager – Capital Projects Team Candidate Information

CONTENTSIntroductionMurray Foreman, National Faculties Director 3

Programme Manager Capital Projects Team 4

Massey University 5

Manawatü Campus, Palmerston North 6

Auckland Campus, Albany 7

Wellington Campus, Wellington CBD 8

Schematics 9

Position Description 10

Person Specifications 13

Application Process and Contact Details 16

Massey University Strategy 17

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INTRODUCTION MURRAY FOREMAN, NATIONAL FACILITIES DIRECTOR

The Facilities Management group supports the delivery of operational maintenance and capital projects across the University campuses in Wellington, Palmerston North and Albany, Auckland. Supported by a team of 45 professionals across the portfolio the group is instrumental in supporting the University deliver on its asset management strategy and capital plan.

A recent review of the Facilities Management structure concluded a capital projects team be established to oversee and manage major capital projects. The University is seeking to recruit Programme Managers, Project Managers and Project Co-ordinators, collectively known as the Capital Projects team, to support the delivery of its capital programme.

Massey’s property portfolio is diverse. Covering 400,000 square metres of floor space across 3 campuses, the opportunities for project professionals are diverse and varied. The portfolio encompasses the “standard” University teaching and lecture spaces and student facilities through to agricultural facilities to support Massey’s world class Veterinary Programme and the Red Dot awarded College of Creative Arts in Wellington. The Universities capital programme builds and extends these capabilities and we need the human capability to deliver on this programme.

Roles will be accountable for the management of the project life cycle for key projects in Albany, Palmerston North and Wellington, leading stakeholders and governance groups through inception to completion. Projects will be compliant to NZ contract standards 3910/3915.

The Universities ten-year capital plan shows a fully subscribed investment programme through 2018 - 2022 with a number of key programmes and projects being developed across the University. These developments support delivery of leading edge education to our students, and are a key enabler of University strategy.

Massey University offers a solid future for capable forward thinking, construction industry professionals to engage in Capital renewal and refurbishment programmes planned on all Campuses for the next ten years .

www.massey.ac.nz

http://www.massey.ac.nz

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For more than 80 years, Massey University has helped shape the lives and communities of people in New Zealand and around the world. Its forward-thinking spirit, research-led teaching, and cutting-edge discoveries make Massey New Zealand’s defining university. The Operations, International and University Registrar portfolio is responsible for leading Facilities Management and capital projects across the University.

A recent review of requirements has created an exciting and interesting opportunity for an experienced Programme Manager experienced in Major Construction Projects to join us in our new Capital Projects Team, based in Albany, Auckland.

This is a role which aims to ensure the efficient and successful delivery of a portfolio of significant construction projects. The role includes developing programme and project methodologies, providing project management advice and managing complex construction programmes. The role provides support in the development of procedures for managing capital projects, due diligence, governance, financial control and risk management.

To be successful in appointment you will have professional, or management qualifications coupled with extensive experience in construction management. You will have proven strategic leadership experience with demonstrated ability to manage a portfolio of construction contracts, resolve issues and be able to actively contribute to refining campus strategies in the capital projects space.

If you are ready to join us in making a difference apply now!

Applications close on 10 January 2018.

Further enquiries should be directed to:Joselyn Kerr

Staff Recruitment Advisor+64 951 [email protected]

PROGRAMME MANAGER CAPITAL PROJECTS TEAM

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MASSEY UNIVERSITY

We embrace diversity, talent and performance, and provide staff and students with an extensive range of opportunities to develop intellectually, professionally and personally. Our culture is where ideas are valued, our students are supported and challenged to succeed. Our staff have the capabilities and motivation to lead the way in teaching and research, and our shared services for both staff and students are among the best you can find. Massey now has over 36,000 internal and extramural students across New Zealand and the world. Our research and teaching departments are categorised broadly into five colleges:

• Massey Business School

• College of Sciences

• College of Creative Arts

• College of Health

• College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Massey University, New Zealand began as Massey Agricultural College in 1927, and in 1964 it became a University. Today, we have an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. The University is a single, unified institution comprising three differentiated campuses and distance delivery that positively impacts on the creative, economic, social, scientific, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Massey University is consistently rated as one of New Zealand’s most attractive employers in the annual Randstad awards. Our record of achievement is such that we are consistently ranked in the top 3% of universities worldwide.

www.massey.ac.nz/

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Manawatü Campus, Palmerston NorthOur Manawatü Campus, in Palmerston North is the University’s original home base. Massey at Manawatü is internationally recognised for its expertise in agriculture and food industries and is a leader in industrial innovation in areas such as food science and technology, and biotechnology. It hosts Food HQ, $250 M research collaboration between Massey University and other major stakeholders in the agri-food business. The campus has a unique resource in the nearby University farms, which play an important role in linking education, research and research training with the agricultural, veterinary and biological industries.

Set between the Tararua and Ruahine ranges in the East and the vast Tasman Sea in the West, Manawatü is a region in the lower half of the North Island of New Zealand. Manawatü combines the charm of rural New Zealand with the sophisticated city appeal of Palmerston North.

As a growing hub for the lower North Island, Palmerston North City offers the sophistication and diversity of a major city with all the freedom and space of a provincial centre. The lifestyle here is one of affordable easy living. Our friendly community is made up of people from a variety of cultures, and residents enjoy the active city life of Palmerston North, combined with the beautiful surroundings of the Manawatü. It has thriving arts and sport scene and is reputed to have the highest number of restaurants, eateries and café bars per capital in NZ.

Beautiful homes, short commutes, and stunning scenery make Palmerston North City and Manawatü the perfect place to live. You can also explore one of the many cycling, mountain biking or walking tracks where you’ll find stunning scenery and views, or get your adrenaline fix with bungy jumping, white water rafting, horse trekking and kite surfing, to name a few.

www.massey.ac.nz/manawatü/

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Auckland Campus, AlbanyThe Auckland campus, in Albany (North Shore) is dubbed the ‘innovation campus’ because of its focus on transforming smart ideas into valued products, tools and services with social, environmental and economic benefits. With over 70 majors on offer, the Albany campus is a thriving research and learning hub. Its academic staff and students are well connected through research activity, partnerships, internships and events to schools, industry, local government, health services and community groups, as well as learning institutes and key organization around the globe.

Massey University, Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED) and Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) are working together to develop a smart innovation district in Auckland North. The Grow North project is governed by a steering committee including representation from funders and industry, and it is managed through Massey University’s Knowledge Exchange Hub. Steve Maharey, our previous Vice-Chancellor said, “We have the opportunity to create our own version of Silicon Valley right here on the North Shore, but rapid growth needs to sit alongside visionary planning. That’s what Grow North is all about.”

When you arrive in Auckland, you’ll find a city rich in diverse cultures, friendly people and a huge range of things to see and do. We’re the fourth most culturally diverse city in the world – our city is home to more than 200 differentethnic groups – and over a third of Aucklanderswere born overseas. Auckland continues to earnexcellent ratings on the global scale such as; 3rdmost liveable city in the world (Mercer Quality ofLiving Survey 2016), 5th most innovative city inSouth East Asia and Oceania (Global InnovationIndex 2016), Top 10 friendliest cities in the world(Condé Nast Traveler Reader Choice Awards2015). One of Auckland’s nicknames, the “City ofSails”, is derived from the popularity of sailing inthe region. Auckland is also the major economicand financial centre of New Zealand; the city’seconomy is based largely on services andcommerce.

Wherever you go in Auckland, you’ll find something special – it’s a whole region waiting to be explored! The city centre’s world-class shopping, restaurants, bars and galleries are encircled by wine regions, stunning beaches, pristine rainforest and the magnificent Hauraki Gulf.

www.massey.ac.nz/albany/

http://www.massey.ac.nz/albany/

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Wellington Campus, Wellington CBDOur Wellington campus is located in the heart of Wellington city. The campus reflects the University’s commitment to the arts community and cultural life of the city, which continues the tradition of the Wellington School of Design, founded in 1886. Our campus is also developing a new identity as part of a cross college initiative encouraging academics to take on a specialist multi-disciplinary applied approach to research and services under the ‘Think Differently’ initiative. This initiative brings together councils, embassies, creative industries, government and iwi with our staff from business, health, humanities, social sciences and creative arts, to deliver dynamic projects responsive to the needs of the local community.

New Zealand’s ‘coolest little capital’ is an amazing city with something for everyone. Located in the centre of New Zealand, Wellington is not just the capital city, but the capital of urban culture, quirky cafés, and unbeatable cuisine. Wellington was rated the most affordable city in Australasia in the 2014 Mercer Cost of Living survey. In 2011 Lonely Planet named Wellington as fourth in its Top 10 Cities to Visit.

With 47% of our workforce in knowledge intensive industries compared to the national average of 33%, it’s no surprise Wellington has the highest concentration of web-based and digital technology companies. The CBD is just two kilometres in diameter, meaning you can walk to most meetings in about 20 minutes.

We’ve also got the most well-used public transport system in New Zealand, and the average daily commute is only around 25 minutes.

They say you can’t beat Wellington on a good day, and they’re not wrong! Wellington has over 2,100 hours of sunshine each year, less rainfall than some other New Zealand cities and some of lowest air pollution in the world. Just minutes from downtown Wellington you’ll find a green belt, threaded with walking and biking tracks, a sparkling harbour, and a waterfront precinct perfect for a stroll or lunch on the grass.

www.massey.ac.nz/wellington/

http://www.wellingtonnz.com/discover/life-in-wellington/outdoor-recreation-sports-parks/

http://www.wellingtonnz.com/discover/life-in-wellington/outdoor-recreation-sports-parks/

http://www.wellingtonnz.com/discover/things-to-do/sights-activities/biking-in-wellington/mountain-biking-in-wellington/

http://www.massey.ac.nz/wellington/

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Major capital programmes comprise the Albany Innovation Complex, the Manawatü Veterinary programme, Manawatü Library refurbishment and planned refurbishment of the Museum Building in Wellington. Projects have been approved by the University and are in various stages of their project lifecycle.

Albany Innovation complexDevelopment of research and teaching facilitiesProgramme budget $120.5m Projects: SNW extension $18m

Innovation Complex $97mInfrastructure $5.5m

Delivery timeframe 2017 – 2021Project phase Preliminary and developed design

Manawatü IVABS Project stage 2Development of laboratory, teaching and research facilitiesProject Budget $95mDelivery timeframe 2018 – 2023Project phase Concept design

Manawatü Library DevelopmentDevelopment of library facilities Project Budget $47mDelivery timeframe 2018 – 2022Project phase Predevelopment

Wellington Museum ProjectRefurbishment of infrastructure, seismic capacity and fit outProject budget $TBDDelivery timeframe 2018 – 2020Project phase Pre development

All CampusesCapital renewal and refurbishment programmeDelivery timeframe 2017- 2027Programme budget $75m

STRATEGIC CAPITAL PROGRAMMES

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Programme Manager

DEPARTMENT: National Facilities, Operations, International and University Registrar

CAMPUS / LOCATION: Auckland / Wellington / Palmerston North

PURPOSE STATEMENT: To support the National Facilities Director in the management, administration and co-ordinating all planning and programming for the Major Capital Works Projects on all three campuses. The work in this area includes:

• Manage a number of project programmes of interdependent projectsover a multi-year period

• Deliver the programmes compliant with University process andpolicies

• Participating and consulting with others including the AssistantVice Chancellor Operations, International & University Registrar(AVCOI&UR), Senior Management, users, internal and externalconsultants and contract managers.

RESPONSIBLE TO: National Facilities Director

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:1. To provide leadership and to manage the successful delivery of a strategic programme of

interrelated projects. This requires:

• Strategic management.

• Leadership and relationship management.

• Effective integrated planning, programming and budget management.

2. To ensure effective integration is achieved between:

• The business.

• All departments/teams in relation to any developments including Facilities Management,Procurement, Finance, Projects Office, Information Technology Services (ITS), Colleges.

• External consultants including Architects, Engineers (all relevant), Quantity Surveyors, peerreviewers and External Quality Assurance providers.

• The selected construction partner(s).

• All Regulatory agencies including Local Authorities.

3. Facilitate all Programme Management for the National Capital Projects group and supportCampus Development Planning for each campus by:

• Developing and implementing an appropriate Programme Management framework.

• Developing and maintaining an integrated plan for the programme of projects.

• Implement end to end programme planning that includes strategic drivers, developmentinitiatives, decanting requirements, reinstatement and post completion reviews.

• Undertake all strategic programme management in compliance with Massey’s Capital andInvestment Policy and any related Procedures and Documents listed within Massey policy.

• Coordinate / Plan / Control / Audit throughout all stages of planning, approval anddevelopment including implementation and handover to operational teams.

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• Establish Project Control Groups ensuring prescribed governance process, reporting and procedures are met.

• Provide regular written status reports on process / progress utilising the approved Massey project reporting toolset.

• Facilitate Design Group / User Group / PCG / PSG processes.

• Track and monitor programme / projects progress.• Coordinate the planning and programme of each project including:

- Scheduling- Forecasting and cost estimates and budgets- Cash flow- Design- Peer Reviews- Construction- Resourcing- Procurement.

4. Facilitate all financial planning requirements associated with the overall project programme and each associated project by:

• Ensuring all costs for the programme / projects are identified and included within overall programme budget and align to the approved business case.

• Maintaining financial records to assist with budget management (spent / commitments / invoice tracking and approvals, capitalisation and reporting etc.).

• Integrate whole of life management across all aspects of the Programme.

5. Quality / Risk Management

• If appropriate / required, undertake Project Risk assessment in compliance with Massey’s Risk Policy process.

• Report or obtain reports on all aspects of project/s progress including its planning, costs, timeline and other critical factors.

• Ensure quality information / records of key data is maintained including meeting minutes, project records and reports.

• Complete independent quality assurance assessments and payment certification as required by Massey’s Capital investment Policy.

6. Statutory Compliance Health and Safety • Ensure a high level of H&S is implemented for throughout the process and for every

construction and development activity onsite.

• Ensure all persons involved in works undertake a site safety induction and specialist training where necessary.

• Maintain a record of all safety information including plans, designer and contractors SSP’s.

• Provide a high level plan for monitoring, providing or obtaining advise on all H&S performance.

• Include a strategic plan for regular H&S management / meetings for the overall process

Building Act/Consents• Provide an integrated programme for planning and consent process to ensure advanced

notice and appropriate timing to all programmes to minimise lost time and potential delays.

• Ensuring on-going compliance with the conditions of Resource Consents, with particular emphasis on storm water management and discharge.

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7. Communications

• Co-ordination of the University’s consultants and contractors concerning both current andproposed new works.

• Liaison with various University groups and building occupants.

• Attend, report to and where applicable manage Project Control Group Meetings.

• Respond positively and professionally to the demands of customers recognising theimportance of staff and a quality culture.

• Manage Massey wide, affected and interested party communications in full consultation withthe Massey Communications Director.

• Develop staff and public information for development activity.

8. Sustainability and Energy Management

• Ensure energy efficiency and good energy management principles are implemented in alldevelopments.

• When opportunity allows undertake sustainability design reviews.

• Support initiatives supporting a reduction in waste.

9. Internal Management

• Contribute to overall success of the University Capital Project team as required by theUniversity.

• Work positively and effectively with internal staff, particularly staff members for the best andeffective outcomes at all times.

10. Delegations

Operational - Authority to undertake project planning and management.

Financial - Approval to commit expenditure within the financial authorities.

11. Other duties as required, consistent with the above accountabilities and needs.

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PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal professional management qualification is preferred.

EXPERIENCE• Extensive experience in building industry / building services.• Experience in Programme / Project Management in the construction sector, preferably with

experience as Client Representative or Engineer to contract.• Good working knowledge of the Building Act and Health & Safety requirements.• Experience with contract management / administration procedures.• Working knowledge of RMA compliance is desirable but not essential.• Exposure to an educational organisation preferred. Otherwise experience working with a large /

complex / institutional organisation.• Site Safe certification or similar.• Familiar with AutoCAD and MS Projects or similar would be helpful.• High or competent skill level in computer literacy.• High skill level in written and oral communication.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND BEHAVIOURS

Strategic Thinking:• Assesses the whole of an issue with clarity, avoiding getting caught up in detail, and identifies the

major issues.• Contributes to defining campus strategies, which consider both regional and national trends and

opportunities.• Deals effectively with issues and problems which cross boundaries, internally and externally.• Contributes to defining business strategies for their specific area and demonstrates an understanding

of the impact of these strategies on the rest of the Campus.• Implements the Campus’s strategic plan through the development and communication of appropriate

operational plans.

Communication Skills:• Modifies communication style and content to a wide range of specific audiences without sacrificing

the integrity of the message or omitting the essential elements of the argument or issues.• Appropriately uses a range of communication and presentation techniques.• Makes use of questioning to confirm that information has been received and that audience attention

is maintained.• Anticipates impact on people of information and decisions.• Actively seeks the views of others who think differently, acknowledges their value and makes an

effort to understand their point of view.• Defuses potentially hostile situations and calms down emotional / angry people.

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Leadership:• Provides information to assist the team to work effectively – including sharing of own expertise and

inviting input from colleagues.• Applies models of group processes in organising and motivating group activities.• Takes charge in crisis situations.• Provides team members with vision and direction.• Inspires and motivates team members to maximise their potential and obtain commitment.

Financial Management:• Makes financial decisions within delegated authority.• Is able to prepare and present business cases, including those having a cost / benefit implications.• Prepares analyses and interprets financial information for management.• Regularly monitors expenditure and identifies variance from planned budget.• Provides advice on the financial implications of actions and pro-actively seeks improvements to

maximize value-for-money.

Managing Relationships:• Establishes appropriate networks of contacts, across a wide range of interaction points, to provide

information or influence when required.

• Establishes relationships and contributes to various University committees if required.

• Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of the customs and protocols of a range of cultural andethnic groups including, but not limited to language and greetings.

• Develops strategies to maintain position and effective relationships in changing or challengingcircumstances.

Managing Performance and Risk:• Delegates considering a range of factors including ability, risk, and developmental opportunity.• Identifies and takes action to minimise risks.• Balances resources across competing demands.• Feedback is timely, specific, clear and supported by relevant evidence.• Establishes and monitors performance targets through formal performance management and

development systems or approach.• Deals directly with staff performance issues through a recognised counselling / coaching method.

Planning and Organising:• Prioritises work. Deals with work in the appropriate order of importance and recognises the work that

is urgent.• Gets the job done without compromising accuracy and quality.• Reassesses priorities and reschedules work as the situation / demands change.• Effectively manages and co-ordinates processes and other parties.• Controls and drives the process rather than letting events dictate timeframes.

Problem Solving:• Identifies several likely explanations or causes for a situation.• Applies a range of approaches within University constraints to provide the best solutions for customer.• Identifies where appropriate more than one solution or alternative approach and weighs up alternative

options.• Discusses / describes a number of likely consequences of an action.

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Results and Achievement Focus:• Initiates, develops and implements ways to do things better, or more efficiently.• Stretches oneself, showing a willingness to take manageable risks to achieve results.• Pushes oneself and others for results and / or has many goals active at once.• Consistently achieves or betters agreed objectives.

ADDITONAL PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

• Requirement to pass a criminal check performed by the Ministry of Justice.

• Requirement to pass a Credit History Check performed by Veda Advantage Personal InformationServices. In addition, there is a requirement to pass a ‘No Asset Procedure (NAP)’ Credit HistoryCheck performed through the Insolvency and Trustee Service, Ministry of Economic Development.

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In addition to this position being widely advertised on various media outlets (generic and discipline specific), the University is also undertaking an executive search in identifying suitable candidates for this position.

SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION:

Massey University seeks written documentation from candidates wishing to make an application for this positon. The documentation must include, and not limited to;

1. CV/ Résumé.

2. Supporting letter addressing the person specifications and aligning them with your capabilities.We also ask that you indicate your preferred commencement date.

3. At least three referee contact information, stating your relationship with the referee. You mustinclude their email address and telephone number. We will seek your permission prior to contactingyour nominated referees.

KEY DATES:

Application Close: 10 January 2018

As part of the formal selection process, you will be invited to visit Massey University. Your site visit will include a presentation to the Capital Projects Team and interview with the selection panel.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For any further information about the position and to submit an application, please contact:

Joselyn Kerr

Staff Recruitment Advisor

+64 951 0823

[email protected]

APPLICATION PROCESS AND CONTACT DETAILS

KO TE KUNENGA KI P -UREHUROA TE KAUPAPA E T -U NG -ATAHI AI T-ATOU HEI WAIHANGA I NG -A MOMO M -ATAURANGA KI TE PAE O ANGITU. HE ARA PUTANGA TAUIRA, HE ARA E HUA AI NG -A TINI KAUPAPA KI AOTEAROA PUTA NOA I TE AO WH -ANUI. KIA TOI TE MANA MOTUHAKE O TE IWI M -AORI, KIA TOI TE REO M -AORI, KIA TOI TE ORA O TE TANGATA, TE RANGI ME TE WHENUA M -A REIRA E WHAKATINANA AI TE MANA O TE TIRITI O WAITANGI.

MASSEY UNIVERSITY’S UNIQUE POSITION AND REPUTATION IS BASED ON:

WORLD-LEADINGpure and applied research, conducted in partnership with industries and the communities we serve;

CURIOUSworld-ready graduates with entrepreneurial acumen and capability, who create jobs for others and are committed to making a better world;

A HERITAGEof excellence, high quality and integrity, which ensures authentic leadership in contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand;

ROLE-MODELLINGexcellent practice as a Tiriti o Waitangi-led institution;

A REPUTATIONfor caring, and a commitment to our people and our places.

We are inspired by our name Te Kunenga Ki P -urehuroa; from inception to infinity. Massey is not simply defined by what we do, but by how we do it.

MASSEY UNIVERSITY STRATEGY

2018 – 2022

Massey University first founded its international reputation as a world-class agricultural college in Palmerston North in 1927. In 1960, Massey led the way in distance higher education. In 1993, it established a campus in Auckland, and in 1999 it incorporated the renowned School of Design, established in Wellington in 1886. It now delivers teaching and research across a range of areas that combine the universal search for knowledge with addressing real-world problems. Our world leading reputation now extends across many diverse disciplines, all with international excellence and national significance in common.

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MASSEY UNIVERSITY AND ITS PREDECESSORS WERE ESTABLISHED TO DELIVER POSITIVE, RESEARCH-LED AND INNOVATIVE RESPONSES TO THE NEEDS OF A YOUNG NATION AND TO DRIVE AND ENABLE ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL ADVANCEMENT. THIS ETHOS IMBUES MASSEY’S PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE.

OUR PAST

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Global megatrends such as climate change, population growth, urbanisation, demands for food and water security and sustainable energy, personalisation and geopolitical uncertainty require that universities such as Massey step forward and actively respond. They must create important new knowledge, educate the next generation of leaders and they must also be the critic and conscience of society.

As we look to the future, we will make sure that our research is exceptional, and that it expands knowledge and improves the lives of communities and individuals across the globe.

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COMPETITION FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF - BOTH DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL - AND FUNDING REMAINS INTENSE. DRAMATIC TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS CREATE NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN TEACHING AND RESEARCH. STUDENTS DEMAND A SUPERB PERSONALISED LEARNING EXPERIENCE THAT IS STUDENT FOCUSED, FLEXIBLE AND DELIVERS TECHNOLOGICALLY APPROPRIATE LEARNING, WHEREVER AND HOWEVER THEY CHOSE TO STUDY. BLENDED LEARNING CONTINUES TO REDUCE THE BARRIERS OF DISTANCE AS IT TRANSFORMS THE WAY INTERNAL STUDENTS LEARN.

OUR PRESENT

N -AIANEI

Our students will experience world-class learning that recognises their intellectual and cultural strengths, expands their horizons and prepares them to contribute to a rapidly transforming world with skills, critical and creative thinking and leadership. We will integrate curricula, pedagogy and digitally-supported learning environments to support our students’ learning journeys.

All our students will have the opportunity to work in industry, with communities and community agencies or iwi, or as active citizens, artists, writers or researchers. Our students will be encouraged to develop entrepreneurial skills that ensure individual success. Our best advertisement is the achievement of our graduates, who make a positive contribution and create jobs for others.

Massey will be renowned for its passion and its caring attitude. This will be particularly demonstrated in how we care for our staff, our students, our nation and our environment.

We will encourage evidence-based critical debate and ensure that a Massey education includes the skills of critical thinking, curiosity and commitment that are essential for national and global citizenship. Massey graduates will be equipped to lead in an uncertain future.

All Massey campuses will be innovation ecosystems, acting as magnets for smart enterprises. Wherever we are, we will operate in partnerships founded in respect, trust and mutual benefit.

Massey is not only defined by what we do, but by how we do it.

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AS AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND TRANSFORMS, SO TOO DOES MASSEY UNIVERSITY. THIS TRANSFORMATION POSITIONS US TO LEAD GLOBALLY. Massey is a world-leading university in many academic disciplines and fields of research. Our point of difference is our world-leading research, which is connected to community and industry. By strategically investing in disciplinary research excellence we will create a virtuous cycle that amplifies our international and national research impact. Operating in the real world and through international collaborations, our researchers are developing expertise and skills to advance human knowledge and understanding. Working together across disciplines and locations, we solve national and global problems through fundamental, applied and interdisciplinary research, while culturally and artistically enriching our world.

As a Tiriti-led University we are committed to demonstrating authentic leadership in contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand as we uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the founding document of our nation, and its principles through our practice. Massey embraces this not just as an obligation but as a real opportunity for the nation and its people. The University will champion new strategies for advancement and integration of te reo M-aori and M-aori knowledge, it will demonstrate informed practices consistent with tikanga M-aori and will embrace kaupapa M-aori across our activities. Massey’s teaching and research will contribute to advanced outcomes for wh-anau, hap-u and iwi.

Our educators are preparing a new generation of global leaders. Our students are diverse and are attracted to Massey because they want to achieve their personal goals or make their mark in the world. Our programmes are research-led, informed by the best local and global experience, and have international standing.

OUR FUTURE

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WE WILL DO THIS BY: STRATEGICALLY investing in focussed areas of both applied and “discovery” research;

PROMOTING and rewarding excellence in research;

INVESTING in the next generation of researchers by creating an environment where the world’s best young researchers can flourish;

DEEPENING strategic research collaborations and relationships nationally and internationally, and particularly with industry and community for mutual benefit;

MAXIMISING the commercial benefit of intellectual property and other outcomes derived from research; and

ACTIVELY facilitating indigenous knowledge development and leadership, particularly among M-aori as tangata whenua of Aotearoa New Zealand.

NG -A KETE O TE W -ANANGA

WE WILL BE A WORLD LEADER IN OUR CHOSEN AREAS OF RESEARCH.

RESEARCH

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LEARNING AND TEACHING

WE WILL PROVIDE A DISTINCTIVE STUDENT-CENTRED LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR ALL STUDENTS. GRADUATES WILL BE ENABLED TO ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE IN THE EXISTING AND NEW ECONOMIES AS EDUCATED CITIZENS AROUND THE WORLD.

WE WILL DO THIS BY:

ENSURING our graduate attributes include entrepreneurial capability by maximising work-integrated learning and student access to innovation precincts;

DELIVERING programmes that are flexible, contemporary in design, research-led in content, and either strategically important or financially successful;

BUILDING international education to extend the Massey University global influence in areas of strength;

GAINING international accreditation for programmes and strong rankings for subject areas wherever possible;

PROVIDINGfirst class digitally-enhanced learning experiences informed by the student voice;

DELIVERINGhigh-level outcomes for M-aori academic excellence, wh-anau-centred participation and M-aori student success at all levels of study;

GROWINGthe participation and success of Pasifika students at all levels of study;

SUPPORTaccess and success for students for whom English is a second language;

LEVERAGINGdata analytics, to support student learning and the student experience;

PROMOTINGand rewarding excellence in teaching scholarship; and

BUILDINGstudent scholarships that encourage the academic progression of undergraduate students, particularly to postgraduate level/advanced degrees.

HEI ARATAKI

CIVIC LEADERSHIP

TO BE KNOWN FOR OUR LEADERSHIP ON MATTERS OF INTEREST NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY, IN PARTICULAR ON THE SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, CULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES FACED BY AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND, INCLUDING THOSE THAT AFFECT TANGATA WHENUA.

WE WILL DO THIS BY:

CONTRIBUTINGto a socially progressive and constantly changing Aotearoa;

SUPPORTINGacademic staff to publicly disseminate research findings and act as “critic and conscience” of society;

PROMOTINGleadership and career development that includes communication training;

PROMOTING informed evidence-based and inclusive public debate that respects diversity of opinion, and is grounded in research and scholarship;

PUBLICLY advocating for the value of universities in a mature, democratic society;

FACILITATING discussion and consultation with relevant economic and social development agencies, wh -anau, hap -u and iwi, Pasifika communities and local government to maximise our impact;

ENABLING capability development across New Zealand, the Pacific region and the world to prepare citizens for the changing nature of work and society;

LEADING by example through the promotion of M-aori leadership and bicultural leadership models;

BUILDING student ambition to actively participate and lead within our University, their communities and nations; and

PROVIDING all staff with opportunity to actively contribute to civic leadership in the University and in the wider community.

TE PAE O ANGITU

ENABLING EXCELLENCE

WE WILL ENABLE RESEARCH EXCELLENCE, LEARNING AND TEACHING EXCELLENCE AND LEADERSHIP THROUGH:

STAFF EXCELLENCEMAXIMISING staff engagement and wellness;

MAXIMISING the advantages of a diverse staff through the pursuit of equity;

ENSURING that we have a staff profile that delivers the best strategic outcomes;

BUILDING staff competencies to honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles;

BUILDING academic and professional staff capabilities, particularly in the digitally-mediated environment that we embrace;

FOSTERING whole-of-University attitudes and behaviours by all staff; and

AUTHENTICALLY engaging in performance appraisal of all staff, where performance is actively addressed and excellence rewarded.

FINANCIAL EXCELLENCEINCREASING our operating surplus to ensure sufficient financial strength to aggressively invest in University-level strategy;

LINKING investment of resources to the achievement of our strategic outcomes;

DEVELOPINGand maximising commercial acumen for managers;

DRIVING financial accountability for activity across all areas of the University; and

DIVERSIFYING revenue sources.

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE CLARIFYING and, where necessary, simplifying corporate and internal entities;

REMOVING duplication and simplifying internal regulatory processes and procedures to ensure we are “good to do business with” and able to act nimbly;

INCREASING internal transparency and collaboration;

FOSTERING and enhancing excellence in service quality;

INVESTING in enterprise-wide information technology systems to build efficiency and consistency for the business, including continuing investment in our student learning and student management systems;

ESTABLISHING clear delegations’ frameworks that provide authority and accountability;

DEVELOPING our campuses to enable physical spaces that give life to our innovation ecosystems wherever we operate; and

PRIORITISING the modification of our existing physical infrastructure to maximise distinctive contemporary physical learning and working environments.

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