Description Work in a team who are passionate about making a difference for tauira Mori Confidence with building and maintaining relationships Have the skills to lead and support tauira centric engagements Part time (16.5 hours a week), fixed term role until December 2025 Ng krero m te tranga About the role Join us in a pivotal role dedicated to empowering Mori student success within the Division of Arts, Law, Psychology and Social Sciences (ALPSS)! We are seeking a passionate individual to lead and coordinate effective support services for Mori students, enhancing their retention, achievement, and completion rates. Based at Te Poho, you will play a key role in implementing and managing initiatives that align with the strategic goals of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Mori and the Universitys Rautaki Mori, as well as the ALPSS strategic plan.

Working closely with ALPSS student services, Te Puna Tautoko, and wider university networks, you will ensure Mori students are well supported and can confidently navigate their academic journey. Youll also play an active role in identifying and addressing barriers to learning and engagement, driving meaningful change and fostering a culturally supportive and thriving learning environment. This is more than a roleits a chance to make a lasting impact.

Salary will be in the range of $71,275 to $84,695 per year, prorated, based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a part-time (16.5 hours a week), fixed term role until December 2025, 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 Davina Moke, Mori Student Success, Senior Student Advisor, at davina.moke@waikato.

ac.nz . All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? Who are you? Youre a culturally grounded, motivated professional with a strong understanding of Te Reo Mori and Tikanga Mori, and a passion for supporting Mori student success. With experience in student support or education, youre organised, tech-savvy, and thrive in collaborative environments. You bring a deep commitment to equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of Mori students.

Dont meet every single requirement? Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, were committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team. Ko wai mtou? Who are we? Te Wnanga o Ng Kete the Division of Arts, Law, Psychology and Social Sciences (ALPSS) includes Te Kura Toi the School of Arts, Te Kura Aronui the School of Social Sciences, Te Kura W.