KaiÄrahi â Te Whare PÅ«taiao | Faculty of Science
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- Kairahi Te Whare Ptaiao Faculty of Science
- Waipapa Taumata Rau The University of Auckland
- $110000 $136000 per annum based on skills and experience
The opportunity Te Whiwhinga mahi
Kei aku nui Kei aku pkenga Kei aku mtanga e whia te iti kahurangi e mihi ana ki a koutou katoa
Kua twhera he tranga rangatira t ttou Kairahi i t ttou kpeka ptaiao
This is an exciting role that has a blend of strategic and operational responsibilities. The Kairahi plays a key leadership role in enabling the faculty to develop and implement strategies to achieve of equitable outcomes for Mori staff and students. The Kairahi works in partnership and collaboration with the Dean Associate Dean Mori Associate Dean Pacific Director of Faculty Operations and other leaders in the Faculty to develop prioritise and implement:
- Strategies that support and enhance the wellbeing participation and success of Mori students and staff.
- Facilitate expert advice to the Faculty with respect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and te reo me na tikanga.
- The amplifying of the Tukana Learning Communities in the faculty in line with the Learner Success plan and in partnership with the Offices of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Mori and Pro Vice Chancellor Pacific.
The successful candidate will be joining a community of Mori students and Mori staff. The Mori community within the faculty comprises of the Tukana Learning Communities Te Taura Here Ptaiao (Mori staff network chaired by Associate Dean Mori) Ng Motu Whakah (Mori and Pacific research capacity building initiative) and Te Ptahi o Ptaiao (Research Centre). Our staff and students can also connect with our Rainbow and Women in Science networks Parenting support our Waipapa Marae.
The Kairahi will work in partnership with the Office of the Pro Vice Chancellor Mori and strengthen these critical relationships to be effective and influence across all levels of the University and join a community of Kairahi that work across the University.
This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) on a permanent contract. The starting salary range is $110000 $136000 per annum based on skills and experience. For more detailed information please refer to the Position Description.
M t mtou rp About us
With more than 9500 full time equivalent students (EFTS) studying across our Faculty every year our graduates can be found around the globe in positions of influence in science technology business health government and beyond making the communities they live in better places.
As a large and diverse Faculty with close to 1000 staff we are committed to improving the economic social and environmental welfare of our local national and global communities through excellence in teaching research and service.
Based primarily in the heart of the Universitys City Campus our purpose-built facilities provide state-of-the-art learning spaces and research laboratories capable of supporting our research and teaching mission. We also have a world class Marine Laboratory at the Leigh Campus including a new research vessel adjacent to the first no-take marine reserve in the world and facilities at both the Grafton medical campus and the Newmarket innovation campus.
About you He krero mu
If you are passionate about making a difference and have experience creating pathways for tauira or kaimahi to succeed and belong this is the position for you.
You will enjoy working collaboratively and be a skilled orator with excellent written and verbal communications skills keen to share that experience with others.
Your strengths include influencing at all levels prioritisation and delivering results and solutions. You will be comfortable working both independently and with others.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in increasing opportunities for kaimahi Mori. You will be an active part of the Universitys ongoing commitment to fulfilling our vision and leading the work we do to ensure the principles of Te Tiriti and manaakitanga whanaungatanga and kaitiakitanga are embedded in our work environment.
Skills and experience:
- Track record of strategy development and implementation in a large complex environment ideally relevant to the tertiary sector.
- In depth understanding of tikanga Mori and principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Experience and understanding of equity issues in New Zealand especially in relation to Mori
- Demonstrates a high level of commitment to te reo me na tikanga Mori and ability to confidently navigate Te Ao Mori - confident in everyday use of Te Reo Mori in a work context
- A Science degree is not essential but desirable.
We recognise that valuable skills can be gained through a range of experiences both within and outside of paid work hence we welcome applicants to reflect experience and skills relevant to the role that may have been gained in a range of contexts including in whnau hap and community roles.
Ng huatanga kei a mtou What we offer
The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:
- Flexible employment practices and a culture that supports work-life balance
- Professional and leadership development programmes and a supportive Kairahi network
- A competitive salary with five weeks annual leave
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
In addition we also offer career development programmes discounted car parking a generous parental leave allowance childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. For more information please visit our Staff Benefits page.
Me phea te tuku tono How to apply
Applications should be submitted online before the closing date of Sunday 13th July 2025 and include a CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.
Should we meet you for an interview your whnau and support people are welcome to join you and we welcome you to contact us to discuss any reasonable accommodations we can make throughout the recruitment process.
If you have any questions about this role please get in touch with Jade Le Grice Manupiri Mori Associate Dean (Mori) for a confidential discussion at
While we are happy to answer questions by email we ask that applications are submitted online.
Additional Information :
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Mori Pacific women LGBTQIATakatpuiMVPFAFF people with disabilities parenting support flexible work and other personal circumstances go to
Remote Work :
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Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
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