Victoria Business School

Associate Professor in Marketing

School of Marketing and International Business

Role Description
The Associate Professor in Marketing must work in the best interests of the University and strive to behave in a manner that reinforces the Universitys values.
OUR MISSION We play a leading role in shaping New Zealands future by: Adding significantly to the knowledge and understanding of natural phenomena, society, culture and technology through research, teaching, and interdisciplinary perspectives Engaging with local, national and international communities in creating, disseminating and applying knowledge that has scholarly or societal impact Developing graduates with skills in leadership, communication, and critical and creative thinking.

OUR VALUES Our values guide and inform our strategic goals, policy and practice. They are the principles behind our actions, a means of creating and sustaining an environment of trust and mutual understanding. Academic freedom: We protect academic freedom and defend the autonomy of Victoria University of Wellington. Excellence in all of our activities: We are committed to developing and recognising excellence in research, creative activity, scholarship, teaching and learning and administration. Knowledge and expertise: We strive to advance pure and applied knowledge and expertise, and to disseminate both through teaching and research. The Treaty of Waitangi: We are committed to using the Treaty to guide our obligations to Mori as tangata whenua and Treaty partners. Internationalisation: We are committed to our participation in the international community of scholars and to the pursuit of a global perspective in our learning, teaching, research and services. Accountability: We effectively manage and account for our resources and apply them to the maximum benefit of Victoria University. Honesty and respect: We require ethical behaviour in all our activities and interactions. Equity: We are committed to equity of opportunity for all our staff and students. A strong university community: We encourage the active participation and contribution of academic and general staff, students, alumni, benefactors and friends in the life of the university. Community engagement: We seek active engagement with the communities we serve and value the benefits we bring to each other. Sustainability: We strive for an environmentally sustainable university and society.

Purpose of the Organisational Unit

Victoria University of Wellington Victoria University of Wellington is a state-funded University based in the capital city of New Zealand. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in New Zealand and is renowned for its teaching and research. It has established an international reputation for the high quality of its graduates and research and it has a proud tradition of academic excellence. The University consists of eight faculties: Commerce (Victoria Business School), Architecture and Design, Humanities and Social Sciences, Education, Engineering, Science, and Law. The Faculty of Graduate Research administers and oversees all doctoral programmes at Victoria University of Wellington. In addition, Toihuarewa is a forum for Mori student and academic issues and partnerships. Within the University there are 36 schools and 40 research institutes. There are over 22,000 students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, and approximately 1,900 permanent staff at Victoria, making it one of Wellingtons most significant employers. Victoria University is situated in the heart of the business and government districts of Wellington and close links are maintained between the Faculty and the city. The Victoria Business School and the Faculty of Law are located at the Pipitea Campus in downtown Wellington. Wellington offers a lively cultural and arts scene, a variety of restaurants, and opportunities for a wide range of outdoor activities. The city is centrally located in New Zealand and the magnificent scenic and outdoor recreation attractions of the rest of the country are within easy access. The Universitys location in New Zealands capital city facilitates links with the finance and business sectors, national sector organisations, and government policy-makers. Victoria Business School The Victoria Business School (Faculty of Commerce) is made up of six schools. These are Accounting and Commercial Law, Economics and Finance, Government, Information Management, Management, and Marketing and International Business. The Pro Vice-Chancellor is Professor Bob Buckle. The Victoria Business School offers a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Bachelor of Tourism Management (BTM), a variety of Honours and Masters degrees, as well as PhD and DGov degrees. Included in the suite of Masters programmes are the Master of Applied Finance (MAF), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Information Management (MIM), Master of Information Studies (MIS), Master of Management Studies (MMS), Master of Professional Accounting (MPA), Master of Public Policy (MPP), Master of Public Management (MPM), and the Master of Tourism Management (MTM). A number of certificate, diploma and executive development courses are also offered throughout the Faculty. The Victoria Business School continually seeks formal accreditations and certifications from international organisations. The School is among just 58 business schools worldwide that hold the 'triple crown' of international accreditations of the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA). We are among a select group of business schools worldwide and one of only three in Australasia and the only one in New Zealand to have achieved dual AACSB accreditation in business and accounting. Several other programmes have international accreditation including the Tourism programme, which is accredited by TedQual. The Master of Information Studies (with ARCR endorsement) is accredited by the Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia (known as the RIM Professionals Australasia), and the Master of Information Studies (with LIBR endorsement) is recognised by the Library Association of New Zealand Aotearoa (LIANZA).

The Victoria Business School has approximately 155 full-time academic staff, 55 full time administrative staff, and 4,000 full-time-equivalent students, representing about 23% of the Universitys total student numbers. The School of Marketing and International Business The School of Marketing and International Business (SMIB) is located in Wellington, the administrative and financial centre of New Zealand. Many businesses have their head offices here and the School has excellent links in place with many of the corporate leaders, financial institutions, and government agencies that creates mutually beneficial partnerships. The Victoria Business Schools mission underpins and illustrates the Schools core values. Our staff are experts in their chosen fields and through their extensive research, experience and collaboration with the corporate world they provide a first class teaching experience. The School has 15 academic staff and spans the areas of international marketing, advertising, product development and global strategy. The School offers courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, and MBA levels, and a Graduate Diploma in Commerce with specialisations in both Marketing and International Business.

Role Purpose and Scope

The role of Associate Professor in Marketing is to undertake teaching and research of high quality, to assist in programme development where appropriate, and to contribute to the effective management of the School, including relationships with practitioner communities.

Key Result Areas

Research Contribute to the development and maintenance of a strong research programme in Marketing. Provide supervision to postgraduate students in the School, including primary PhD supervision. Collaborate with colleagues in the School and other disciplines and encourage interdisciplinary research. Maintain a research record that is of a high international standard. Attract and manage research funding from both internal and external sources.

Teaching Development of high quality teaching programmes, including the development of a strong graduate programme. Working with others in the Marketing group to contribute to the development of excellence in teaching. Teaching, which may include undergraduate, graduate or MBA levels, in addition to executive development education in marketing and related areas. Attract and supervise Masters and PhD students.

Work with the Head of School and assist in the management of the Marketing Group and the wider School including: Being part of School committees, as required. Working with junior staff and assisting new appointees to become familiar with VUW policies and procedures. Develop and maintain links with the business community, other institutions and practitioners.

Key Relationships
The Associate Professor will develop and maintain excellent relationships with: Head of School School Advisory Committee Academic colleagues in the School, Faculty, and University Pro Vice Chancellor/Dean of Commerce Pro Vice Chancellor, International Vice Chancellor and Deputy Vice Chancellor Administrative staff External organisations

Key Competencies CORE COMPETENCIES

CUSTOMER FOCUS Individuals who display this competency understand and believe in the importance of customer service. They listen to and understand the needs of internal and external customers. They meet and exceed customer needs to ensure satisfaction SELF MANAGEMENT Individuals who display this competency effectively plan and organise their work to achieve desired outcomes. They are proactive, remain focused, take action to overcome obstacles and follow through to completion INTEGRITY Individuals who display this competency are open, honest and consistent in behaviour and can be relied upon. They generate confidence in others through their professional and ethical behaviour INNOVATION Individuals who display this competency question the way things are done, learn from past mistakes and generate new and creative ideas to improve the status quo Continuously looks for better ways to meet or exceed customer expectations Liaises with other areas of work to ensure a seamless customer service Seeks feedback on the quality of service to customers and takes action to improve services Considers Maori and multicultural issues when delivering and developing customer services Sets and meets challenging personal goals and targets Takes personal responsibility for making things happen Identifies, allocates and manages time and resources required to achieve outcomes

Sets and maintains high professional standards Displays ethical and professional behaviour in all situations Displays a positive attitude towards and is receptive to Maori and multicultural issues

Proactively assesses own work patterns in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness Takes the initiative and originates action required to improve the status quo Encourages the discussion, free-debate and generation of creative ideas and solutions

ROLE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

COMMUNICATION Individuals who display this competency effectively communicate with a wide range of people in all situations, both orally and in writing Checks for mutual understanding Communicates key points clearly and concisely Reinforces key messages to ensure the correct message is received Demonstrates understanding of cultural differences in regard to communication Effectively facilitates workshops and meetings, to achieve goals and maintain group cohesiveness Presents complex ideas and concepts effectively Looks at problems from different perspectives, including the needs of different cultural groups Weighs all relevant pros and cons, and considers both the long-term and short-term impacts of alternatives Makes timely decisions consistent with the vision and values of VUW, even if they do not personally agree with them Makes the decisions that need to be made, including the hard decisions and those that involve risk Takes ownership of decisions and ensures their implementation

ANALYSIS & JUDGEMENT Individuals who display this competency are able to identify and analyse issues and problems, consider alternatives, make sound decisions and commit to a course of action

TEAMWORK Individuals who display this competency show a genuine intention to work co-operatively with others in a team setting in order to achieve results and team goals RELATIONSHIP BUILDING Individuals who display this competency are concerned with building and maintaining positive working relationships and networks useful to achieving the organisations objectives

Accepts share of workload, to help others and the team Participates effectively in group discussions and activities and encourages others to do the same Demonstrates behaviour in the team, which recognises and is consistent with VUWs EEO principles and practices Encourages the positive resolution of conflict within the team Builds and maintains appropriate productive relationships or networks of contact Builds and sustains appropriate positive and productive working relationships Creates and sustains an appropriate image and profile of the area of work Maintains an extensive network of technical/professional contacts/staff to keep abreast of latest ideas. Consults widely to obtain several different perspectives Consistently presents well in different social settings, such as to public, media and to staff (public face of the organisation) Takes an active interest in the tertiary sector, keeping up to date on new developments and initiatives Develops, communicates and sells a clear, inspiring and relevant vision and/ or direction linked to the overall University strategy Translates strategic thinking into a strategic plan for the area of work Looks ahead and maintains a clear focus on the long term goals of the University and is able to assess the long-term impact of decisions and actions Works with others to help them understand the current vision and values and how they relate to their own roles/units Tailors their approach to reflect the audience and their needs, as well as the situation Questions to identify and clarify the other parties issues and concerns and understands their point-of-view Perseveres to resolve differences, either directly or with neutral help Asks for and gains commitment to outcomes

STRATEGIC THINKING Individuals who display this competency demonstrate an understanding of the big picture and are concerned with forward thinking, seeking and accepting challenges and opportunities. They develop and communicate a clear, inspiring and relevant direction PERSUADING &INFLUENCING Individuals who display this competency are able to gain the co-operation of others by seeking their view, identifying points of agreement and using them to support arguments and confidently advocating a preferred approach

Education, Experience and Knowledge required

The appointee will have Excellence in research in their areas of specialism, demonstrated by: Publication in leading refereed journals Other scholarly publications Successful record in securing research funding An A or B rating in the Performance Based Research Fund exercise (or international equivalent) is essential. Excellence in teaching, demonstrated by: Student and peer evaluations of teaching Record of leadership in the development of teaching programmes at undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful record of attracting and supervising Masters and PhD students. Experience or potential in building relationships with organisations outside of the University and providing leadership within a university in a collegial manner. PhD

Relevant Tertiary Qualification:

In general, it is expected that academic staff within the Faculty will have academic standing appropriate to their level of appointment. This is established by a proven track record of research, publication and teaching and other relevant experience. All appointees will need to have the capacity to extend the Schools interface with relevant professional and practitioner communities. All staff enjoy a contractual entitlement to engage in consulting and other professional activities An appointee at Associate Professorial level will have: A strong teaching and research record; with a requirement for expertise in one or more areas of marketing; The ability to provide academic leadership in teaching and research; The ability to attract and manage research funding from both internal and external sources; The ability to attract and supervise Masters and PhD students; The ability to lead collaborative research projects; The ability to contribute to leading administration within the Marketing Group, the School and the wider University.

Personal Competencies
Academic credibility. Commitment to and enthusiasm for teaching and research.

The following personal competencies are desirable: Support for and the ability to participate in collaborative interdisciplinary research and teaching. Ability to disseminate scholarly research and provide practical applications of scholarly research to problems facing the business community. Commitment to collegial decision making within the context of the university environment. Excellent interpersonal skills The sensitivity to work with a diverse range of people in a multicultural environment. Ability to establish own work priorities within the context of the schools objectives and goals.

Performance Criteria
An individual Development Plan will be developed that reflects the contribution this position is expected to make towards achieving the teams objectives and measures. The Development Plan will contain objectives that are consistent with the Key Result Areas in this Role Description.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS SCHEDULE

POSITION TITLE:

Associate Professor in Marketing

In the event that you are successful in your application for the position, for the first 30 days of your employment you will be covered by an Individual Employment Agreement, the terms of which are contained in the Academic Staff Collective Agreement (CA). After the 30-day period, if you choose not to join a union that is a party to the CA, you will be offered the opportunity to become a party to the General Terms and Conditions for Academic Staff (GTC). The GTC is consistent with the CA except it has no reference to any union. The table below describes the core employment conditions that are attached to the position you are applying for. Core Employment Conditions Collective Agreement (CA)/General Terms and Conditions (GTC) Permanent Associate Professor range $115,901-$125,432 As per the CA and GTC 20 working days annual leave per annum in addition to University holidays

Tenure Salary range for the position Allowances Standard leave and holiday provisions

Further information about this role can be obtained from: Professor Kim Fam, Head of School, School of Marketing and International Business (tel. +64 4 463-6459, fax +64 4 463-5231), e-mail: kim.fam@vuw.ac.nz Jan Hectors, HR Advisor (VBS) (tel. +64 4 463-5738), e-mail: jan.hectors@vuw.ac.nz Closing Date for Vacancy: 15 November 2013