Who we are
Governance and leadership
Otago Polytechnic is currently a business unit of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
The Government has proposed to disestablish Te Pūkenga and to re-establish standalone tertiary providers. We are currently working through this process and will update this page once our new structure is established.
Te Kāhui Manukura
Our Executive Leadership Team (Te Kāhui Manukura) manage the day-to-day strategy and operations at Otago Polytechnic.
- Megan Pōtiki – Executive Director
- Chris Williamson – Deputy Executive Director: Academic Delivery
- Jo Mika-Thomas – Deputy Executive Director: People and Safety
- Mark Cartwright – Deputy Executive Director: Industry Training and Innovation
- Max Sims – Deputy Executive Director: Operations
- Shaun Tāhau – Deputy Executive Director: Learner Experience and Partnerships
Kaunihera Whakahaere
We also have our Leadership Council (Kaunihera Whakahaere) who are comprised of other senior leaders. They support the rollout of strategy and oversee their individual departments.
Contact us
If you’re not sure what to study and would like some guidance, we’re here to help. Feel free to chat to us directly about any questions you may have.
