Pacific Project Manager Te Moana Ora (Christchurch)

Christchurch - New Zealand

Yearly Salary: $ 75631 - 80503

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Project Management

Job Summary

UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO CHRISTCHURCH ŌTĀKOU WHAKAIHU WAKA ŌTAUTAHI
FACULTY OF MEDICINE CHRISTCHURCH TE KAUPEKA WHAIORA ŌTAUTAHI

About our team/Mō te tīma

The University of Otago Christchurch (UOC) is a research-intensive campus based at Christchurch Hospital supporting medical and postgraduate health education and research. Our campus is home to a vibrant community of approximately 1000 students and a growing research portfolio with a strong commitment to equity diversity and sustainability.

The role Te mahi

We are seeking a Pacific Project Manager to play a pivotal role in establishing and supporting Te Moana Ora Pacific Hub at the University of Otago Christchurch.

Reporting to the Associate Dean Pacific this role will establish the infrastructure required for the ongoing operation of Te Moana Ora and support initiatives that strengthen Pacific staff student and community engagement in alignment with the Universitys Pacific Strategic Framework. Central to this role is the development of reciprocal values-based relationships that advance Pacific aspirations and outcomes.

Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

You will bring strong relationship-building skills an understanding of Pacific values and community engagement and experience supporting projects or initiatives in complex organisations. You will be confident working collaboratively across academic professional and community contexts and be motivated by advancing Pacific wellbeing and success within tertiary education.

Responsibilities will include:
Establishing and support the physical and virtual presence of Te Moana Ora Pacific Hub at UOC
Developing and maintain a UOC-specific Pacific staff and student database
Building strong connections with UOC departments to enhance Pacific teaching and engagement
Supporting Pacific Advisory Research Komiti activities
Fostering meaningful values-based relationships with Pacific staff students departments and communities
Coordinating engagement activities using talanoa as a core approach
Providing advice on culturally appropriate practices and protocols
Supporting Pacific contributions to UOC events and cultural capability initiatives
Contributing to the delivery of the University of Otago Pacific Strategic Framework

Further details/Pūroko

This is a full time (37.5 hours) fixed term position located in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

The appointment range for this role is $75631 to $80503 per annum (pro rata) Top of Range $88750 (pro rata).

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds experiences skills and perspectives are valued and respected.

For further information or to discuss this role in confidence please Allamanda Faatoese via the contact details below.

Application/Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference numberwill close on Tuesday 10 February 2026.

Applications may be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Additional Information

Contact: Allamanda Faatoese

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Department Website

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UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO CHRISTCHURCH ŌTĀKOU WHAKAIHU WAKA ŌTAUTAHIFACULTY OF MEDICINE CHRISTCHURCH TE KAUPEKA WHAIORA ŌTAUTAHIAbout our team/Mō te tīmaThe University of Otago Christchurch (UOC) is a research-intensive campus based at Christchurch Hospital supporting medical and postgraduate health edu...