Director of Research Innovation

2 weeks ago


Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand Qjumpers Full time

About Qjumpers

Qjumpers is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with a commitment to delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Maori learners and their whanau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Maori communities throughout our region.

We are seeking an experienced research manager to provide innovative leadership and coordinated management to our Research Innovation Centre (RIC).

The Role

  • Develop and implement research plans aligned with performance targets and objectives.
  • Negotiate for necessary resources, manage income and expenses, and ensure efficient use of resources to meet RIC targets.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders and ensure effective communication and collaboration within the Institute.
  • Provide leadership and support to RIC staff, including recruitment, orientation, mentorship, and performance management.
  • Lead the research strategy, maintain research policies and procedures, and ensure high-quality research outputs and knowledge exchange.
  • Design and facilitate a research development plan to support researchers across EIT, ensuring they have the necessary resources and training.

About You

  • You will have a PhD or equivalent level of knowledge.
  • A strong record of research, particularly in community-centered research, ideally aligned with our research strategy areas: Community Health and Wellbeing, Innovative Teaching and Learning, Creativity and Curation, and Sustainable Futures.
  • Proven experience in leadership and management, preferably within a research context.
  • Knowledge and experience in working with funding partners, including a strong record of securing research funding.
  • An understanding of the principles of cultural safety and a commitment to developing a culturally safe working and learning environment, ensuring parity of kaimahi success.
  • An appreciation of te reo me ona tikanga Maori.
  • The ability to articulate a research vision and strategy for the development, implementation, and delivery of successful research projects.
  • Strong planning, organizational, and objective-achievement skills.
  • The ability to network effectively with public, private, voluntary, iwi, and disability-related agencies.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, communication style, and team-working abilities.
  • A high degree of professional judgment, personal initiative, commitment, and integrity.


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