Dau Ni Talitali - Pacific Engagement Manager - Hamilton
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role
The name of the Dau ni Talitali Pacific Engagement Manager has been gifted by the Fijian community. The name refers to a master weaver, in this case, a weaver of people. As the Pacific Engagement Manager, you will be a crucial connection between Pacific learners, their families and communities and learning success, culture and community on campus. The role leads out for the AVC Pacific team on cultural events, connections with high schools, pastoral care, social media and the website. This role works closely with the Student Services, Future Students and Marketing teams. The Dau ni Talitali looks after the Tupaia Challenge, 'Āiga on Campus, Imua Initiative, and the FoE High School STEM Navigators program. You will also work closely with Pacific student associations.
Salary will be in the range of $82,795 to $94,691 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.
For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Dr. Keaka Hemi, Assistant Vice-Chancellor Pacific, keaka.hemi@waikato.ac.nz. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? – Who are you?
As the Pacific Engagement Manager, you will be very familiar with the aspirations and priorities of Pacific people, and have a working knowledge of Pacific, cultures and languages and experience working with Pacific communities. You will be a strategic thinker with experience in developing strategies, planning and execution. You will understand the needs of learners, families and communities and be able to work with them in positive and culturally appropriate ways.
You will have excellent interpersonal communication skills including the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels. You will have the leadership skills to lead a small but crucial team. Fluency in a Pacific language, previous experience with Pacific organisations, a background in student support, and knowledge of the tertiary education system, particularly university qualifications and administration, are a plus.
To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification or demonstrated work experience in a relevant area, such as education or social work.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some groups of people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about one of these roles but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to get in touch or to just apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?
The University of Waikato is committed to growing and enhancing the Pacific dimensions of the University to meet the aspirations, needs and priorities of Pacific learners, staff, families and communities as detailed in the Pacific Strategic Plan. Under the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and the leadership of the Assistant Vice-Chancellor Pacific, the Pacific at Waikato team provides strategic leadership, direction, programs, advice, and resources for various teams and staff members to build learner, staff, family and community success. To achieve the objectives of the Pacific Strategic Plan, our team administers various initiatives designed to build, illuminate and smooth pathways of success.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students, and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.
Ko te Tangata – For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.
Applications Close on Wednesday 26 February 2025
Requisition number: 1002263
