Kaitakawaenga Māori: Future Student Advocate

Victoria University of Wellington; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria University of Wellington – Kelburn campus seeks a permanent, full-time Kaitakawaenga Māori to join the Future Students team. The role supports Māori participation in higher education by engaging with prospective students, whānau, schools and communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

You will promote programmes, provide culturally responsive advice, and support Māori student journeys from interest to enrolment.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Competency in te reo Māori and tikanga Māori.
• Experience providing accurate, tailored advice to a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience using CRM systems, databases and reporting tools.
• Willingness to travel regionally and nationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, culturally responsive course and pathway advice to prospective Māori students and whānau through appointments, events, school visits and digital channels.
• Deliver presentations, information sessions and engagement activities that promote Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington and its programmes, services and opportunities.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with secondary schools, kaiako Māori, community organisations and other stakeholders.
• Support the planning and delivery of Māori recruitment programmes, school visits, events and on-campus experiences (regional and national travel).
• Assist with the coordination and support of Māori Future Student Ambassadors.
• Maintain accurate records of engagement and recruitment activity in Kurawai and contribute to reporting and programme evaluation.
• Work collaboratively with faculties and professional staff to support Māori student recruitment, participation and enrolment objectives.

Skills

Te reo Māori

Presentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Event planning

CRM systems

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Kurawai

Databases & reporting tools

Job description

Victoria University of Wellington – Kelburn campus seeks a permanent, full-time Kaitakawaenga Māori to join the Future Students team. The role supports Māori participation in higher education by engaging with prospective students, whānau, schools and communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

You will promote programmes, provide culturally responsive advice, and support Māori student journeys from interest to enrolment.