Programme Developer

Job DescriptionPosition TitleProgramme DeveloperTeam/School :Academic RegistryPosition HolderDateMarch 2024Reports toQuality Improvement ManagerLocationWhakataneAgreed By(Please Sign)Position HolderManager/Team LeaderDateHR ManagerDateSTATEMENTThe Wananga :is firmly committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all, and recognizes the need to give practical effect to such responsibilities both as an employer and as an educational provider.provides a supportive, safe and healthy environment which is conducive to quality teaching, research and community service.is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment.PURPOSE OF POSITIONThe purpose of this role is to lead and carry out programme development, approval, accreditation and evaluation processes and functions for new and/or current W ananga programmes ensuring th ey met or exceed the standards of Tertiary Education Commission (TEC), New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and the Ministry of Education (MOE).DIMENSIONS AND AUTHORITYStaff NilFinancial: N ilKEY RELATIONSHIPSInternal:Academic RegistrarQuality Improvement ManagerOther Programme DevelopersAcademic BoardHeads of School x 3 & National Programme Co-ordinatorsAcademic Registry StaffAcademic StaffAll StaffExternal:Programme StakeholdersC ommunityIwi , Hapu, MaraeKEY RESULTS AREASThe role of Programme Developer encompasses the following major functions or Key Result Areas:Programme Curriculum DevelopmentTeaching and Learning Knowledge , and AnalysisRelationship ManagementEffective Communication and Client FocusTeam and P ersonal E ffectivenessGeneral requirements of all Wananga e mployeesKey Result AreasWhat am I meant to do?How do I know I ' m successful?KRA 1: Programme Curriculum DevelopmentProgramme documents meet QMS standards.Project manage specific new programmes for development or review/revision.Regularly report to manager on progress status and issues for each new programme or programme reviewed/revised.Policies and procedures are adhered to.Work closely with Quality Improvement Manager in relation to programme development projects.Programme development work allocation and priorities are agreed with line manager.Academic Board approves programme for delivery .I nitiate NZQA process .NZQA grant approval for delivery and consent to assess.TEC funding is approved for new programmes.P rogramme changes are approved and are able to be audited .Regular reports are written and provided to Manager in agreed timeframes .Attend regular and ad hoc meetings as required .All work aligns with Wananga policies and procedures .KRA 2 : Teaching and Learning Knowledge, and AnalysisMaintain a high level of understanding and knowledge of teaching and learning pra c tices.Maintain a high level of understanding and knowledge of curriculum philosophy and practice.Maintain a high level of understanding and application of assessment practices, moderation, reviews, monitoring and evaluations.The ability to analyse data and write relevant and concise reports to Quality Improvement Manager or Academic Registrar as required.Current knowledge of curriculum philosophy, development practices is demonstrated in work practices.Initiative and best practice is evident in all aspects of work.Reports are received by stakeholder which have demonstrated relevance and accuracy to en able good decision s and positive solutions possible .KRA 3: Relationship ManagementBuild and maintain key internal and external stakeholder relationships .Stakeholder feedback identifies high level of confidence and positive interaction .Quality Improvement Manager and Academic Registrar are satisfied that relationship are built and maintained with both internal and external stakeholders and feedback is positive.Evidence of d ocumented support from Stakeholders and communities for new or revised programmes.KRA 4 : Effective Communication and C lient FocusDevelop effective relationships with stakeholders, clients , and external agencies through provision of information and development of effective communication channels in order to influence quality thinking internally and externally, advocate across stakeholder organisations, work with agencies and other external organisations to contribute to the Quality Improvement way of working.Effective relationships are built and maintained.Effective communication with stakeholders.A strong customer focus in maintained.KRA 5: Team and Personal EffectivenessProvides relief to Quality Manager and other colleagues within Academic Registry and wider group during leave or peak workload.Engages in wananga initiatives and meetings .Documents the critical functions within areas of responsibility.Continual updating of knowledge and skills relating to technology, administrative systems and other aspects of the position.Team is supported as required.Feedback evidences communication .Attend a nce at wananga initiatives and meetings .Work processes are updated continuously .Professional development and training are undertaken as required or directed .KRA 6; General Requirements of all Wananga EmployeesPossess a student-centric work ethic. Actively seek to provide the best possible service to our students;Promote the Wananga as a positive and dynamic learning environment ;Commit to providing quality education;Strive for high student retention and success;M eet your obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 by; Being responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy workplaceFollowing health and safety rules, policies and procedures,Reporting accidents, injuries and unsafe equipment, practices or conditionsTaking reasonable care to look after your own health and safety at work, your fitness for work, and the health and safety of others;Under the Public Records Act 2005, everyone working within Te Whare W a nanga o Awanui a rangi is responsible for creating and maintaining full and accurate records of the activities of the organisation, carried out within established records management guidelines.Be cultural ly aware ;Participate in the Wananga appraisal process ;Improve and develop yourself through training and professional development opportunities;Undertake any other key duties as agreed with your Manager.The responsibilities and expectations outlined in this job description may after consultation vary from time to time according to the needs of the Team, and the clients of Wananga . Instructions for any varian ces will be communicated by the Academic Registrar.Person SpecificationTechnical/Professional Qualification - EssentialDesirableA relevant Master s ' degree in Education or related field .Teaching qualification.A current, unrestricted private motor vehicle licence.Adult Teaching qualification.Experience - EssentialDesirableTertiary teaching experience.Experience writing curriculum for new and/or redeveloped programmes in the tertiary sector to meet NZQA, TEC and MoE standards .Proven experience of self-evaluation, monitoring a nd Quality Management Systems .Project management experience.Evidence of commitment to iwi, community, industry and professional groupsSkills and Attributes - EssentialDesirableA bility to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point applications effectively to at least a t intermediate level.Ability to co-ordinate diverse work programme s .Te Reo M aori competency to at least an intermediate level.Understanding of Tikanga Maori in a tertiary context.Advanced user of MS Word and Excel.Fluency in Te Reo M a ori.CompetenciesLooks LikeValues AlignmentAligning personal values with organisational values. Modelling commitment to organisational values. Identifying and committing to personal goals, aspirations, and values, and integrates these into practice.Examines and clarifies personal values and behavioursCommunicates and models ' organisational valuesUses organisational values in decision-makingManages own personal development and learning.Interpersonal SkillsDemonstrates an ability to use a variety of interpersonal techniques to effectively deal with a variety of people and situations.Uses good listening and questioning techniques.Develops good rapport with people at all levels.Accurately interprets others ' behaviour and adapts own approach accordingly.Project Management SkillsDemonstrates an ability to plan and implement projects in order to achieve project objectives which lead to the achievement of organisational goals and strategies.Has a track record of highly effective project management in complex and difficult areas.Establishes and maintains links to align project objectives with organisational business objectives.Focuses multiple project initiatives towards achieving organisational strategy.Integrates change management strategies with project management processes.Implements strategies which result in improved project management processes.Analysis/Problem AssessmentSecuring relevant information and identifying key issues and relationships from a base of information; relating and comparing data from different sources; identifying cause-effect relationships.Detect problems or opportunitiesGather all relevant informationIdentify underlying issues or problemsOrganise informationRecognise trendsIdentify cause-and-effect relationships.Work StandardsSetting high goals or standards of performance for self and organisation; being dissatisfied with average performance; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed by others.Sets high performance standardsEmphasises high standards to othersShows pride when standards are metShows dissatisfaction with substandard performance.Attention to DetailAccomplishing tasks through concern for all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; maintaining watchfulness over a period of time.Clarifies details of tasksCompletes all detailsChecks outputs for accuracy and completenessFollows established proceduresMaintain checklist to cover details.Technical/Professional KnowledgeHaving achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping abreast of current developments and trends in area of expertise.Understands technical terminology and developmentsKnows how to apply a technical skill or procedureKnows when to apply a technical skill or procedurePerforms complex tasks in area of expertise.Teamwork/CollaborationBuilding and participating in effective teams to accomplish organisational goals. Understanding the importance of collaboration and shared values in creating a high-performance environment. Understanding teams are to drive for better results and enhanced performance; teamwork is as important as teams.Contributes to team development, shares ideas and achievement of resultsClarifies roles and responsibilities, and prioritiesLooks to help othersSupports team decisions and shares accountability within the teamWorks co-operatively and exchanges information freely.TE WHARE WANANGA O AWANUIARANGI - VISION, MISSION AND VALUES;VISIONRukuhia te Matauranga ki tona hohonutanga me tona whanuitanga. Whakakiia nga kete a nga uri o Awanuiarangi me te iwi Maori whanui ki nga taonga tuku iho, ki te hohonutanga me te whanuitanga o te matauranga kia tu tangata ai ratou i nga ra e tu mai nei.Pursue knowledge to the greatest depths and its broadest horizons. To empower the descendants of Awanuiarangi and all Maori to claim and develop their cultural heritage and to broaden and enhance their knowledge base so as to be able to face with confidence and dignity the challenges of the future.MISSIONU tonu matou ki te whai ki te rapu i te hohonutanga o te matauranga kakanorua o Aotearoa, kia taea ai te ki, ko wai ano tatou, me te mohio ko wai tatou, kia mohio ai no hea tatou, me pehea hoki tatou e anga whakamua.Parau ana tenei ara whainga, hei whakapumau ano i te tino rangatiratanga, hei taketake ai te ihomatua Maori me ona tikanga kia orite ai te matu ki nga matauranga ke.Koia ra ka tu pakari ai, tu kotahi ai hoki me nga iwi o te ao turoa . Koia nei te ia o te moemoea me nga tumanako o Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi.Haere mai… Me haere tahi taua.We commit ourselves to explore and define the depths of knowledge in Aotearoa, to enable us to re-enrich ourselves, to know who we are, to know where we came from and to claim our place in the future.We take this journey of discovery, of reclamation of sovereignty, establishing the equality of Maori intellectual tradition alongside the knowledge base of others.Thus, we can stand proudly together with all people of the world . This is in part the dream and vision of Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi.VALUESManaakitanga : To respect and care for students, our manuhiri, our communities and each other.Whanaungatanga : To value all relationships and the kinship connections with our students, our communities and each other.Kaitiakitanga : To ensure the ongoing sustainability of our organization and to protect and support the unique obligations we have to Ngati Awa, Mataatua and wider whanau, hapu and marae.Pumautanga : To commit to excellence and continuous improvement in everything we do.Tumu whakaara : To inspire and ethically lead through example and outstanding practice.BACKGROUNDTe Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi is a vibrant and exciting tertiary education institution providing a dynamic learning environment where students can discover their own potential for educational success.Our programmes are designed to ensure academic excellence – we are benchmarking our programmes against those of other institutions and lifting the bar on standards. As we lift our research capacity, ongoing programme re-development will be informed by best practice.As a Wananga, Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi is charged with delivering tertiary programmes grounded in Kaupapa Maori and Ahuatanga Maori. This means that Maori knowledge and practices are central components to the academic programmes, engagement in PLD projects, teaching delivery and student experiences.Tikanga Maori and Te Reo Maori are central to the way in which we operate and is reflected across Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi in our programmes and practices. While some of our programmes have a high level of Maori language emphasis, others are designed to support new and emerging language learners.Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi further provides programmes that are portable and transferable both nationally and internationally. Therefore, it is important that we explore and integrate the World view of both Maori and other indigenous peoples, and engage in and critique the world views of others.Transformative approaches to educational achievement are a cornerstone of our broad and unique programme offerings, as we focus on providing an education that will encourage and support community development and growth, enable educational portability for our students both within Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi and the wider tertiary sector.Operati ons are based at three locations – Whaka tane, Tamaki Makaurau ( Auckland) and Whangarei. We also deliver on marae across the Te Ika a Maui (North Island).ACADEMIC REGISTRY TEAMThe Academic Registry is responsible for monitoring compliance with, and implementation of academic regulations. It achieves this by:Co-ordinating Academic Board functions.Developing, maintaining and implementing Academic Policies, Procedures and Standards.Providing an internal review and evaluation (audit) function that ensures legislative compliance across all aspects of the W a nanga.Providing advice and information to Schools to ensure compliance with policy, procedures and legislation.Co-ordinating audit reports and action plans in collaboration with applicable areas, ie, Finance, HR, Schools, IT, etc.Managing relationships with academic organisations such as TEC, NZQA, etc.Providing updates and information to the Schools with regard to NZQA/TEC/MOE changes, s elf -a ssessment and external and internal reviews.Evaluating and monitoring programmes against policy, procedures and legal compliance.Co-ordinating ongoing programme development in terms of planning and compliance .JD – Programme Developer March 2024 Page 1#J-18808-Ljbffr