Job Description
Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityWe have an exciting Fixed-Term opportunity for an individual passionate about supporting research and researchers through a kaupapa Mori lens. This is a full-time, fixed-term role, ending on 03/06/2025.As an adviser within Ng Ratonga Manaaki Rangahau o Te Tumu Herenga, you will provide specialist guidance and support for researchers, doctoral candidates and post-graduate students engaged in research. You will provide this support from a Mori perspective, including Mori research methodologies, Mtauranga Mori and tikanga Mori, aligned with the University’s strategic research goals in Taumata Teitei.The role is primarily an on-campus in-person role but has the flexibility to work from home two days per week.We are actively engaged in working partnering with our Kairahi and Te Pou Rhui, our Mori staff network, to strengthen our knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te reo me na tikanga, and te ao Mori. We are looking for people who also value these and who are keen to learn.
Responsibilities + Skills
Excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills, and a desire to learn.Ability to see things from another persons perspective and actively seek out and act on feedback to improve knowledge, skills and behaviour.
Education
Understanding and knowledge of tikanga and te reo Mori, or working towards this.Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application to research in tertiary and/or other sectors.Knowledge of data sovereignty issues relating to Mori and indigenous research.
Experience
