Associate Director, Global Partnerships & International Relations

Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6.75% employer contribution to退休

Job summary

Massey University invites applications for an experienced Associate Director, International Relations to lead and operationalise our international relations and global partnership activities. This leadership role drives internationalisation objectives and strengthens Massey’s global presence.

Reporting to the Office of Global Engagement, you will guide a high‑performing team, develop annual plans, expand strategic partnerships, support global research and knowledge exchange, and advise on

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in international relations, higher education, government, diplomacy or related sector.
• Strong ability to translate strategy into action and to lead complex partnerships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Experience engaging with diverse cultural and international contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Massey's international relations portfolio.
• Lead and develop a high-performing international relations team.
• Develop and implement annual international relations plans and priorities.
• Strengthen and expand strategic partnerships with leading international institutions and organisations.
• Support the University's global research, teaching and engagement objectives.
• Lead engagement with government agencies, diplomatic missions, international networks and partner universities.
• Oversee international agreements, partnership governance and risk management activities.
• Provide expert advice on international relations and geopolitical developments that may impact the University.
• Contribute to the delivery of Massey's international growth and reputation goals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

International relations

Geopolitical analysis

Team leadership

Diplomacy

Job description

Massey University invites applications for an experienced Associate Director, International Relations to lead and operationalise our international relations and global partnership activities. This leadership role drives internationalisation objectives and strengthens Massey’s global presence.

Reporting to the Office of Global Engagement, you will guide a high‑performing team, develop annual plans, expand strategic partnerships, support global research and knowledge exchange, and advise on