Mo Tenei Turanga Mahi | About the Role The Kaitataiako Facilitator is an akonga/learner-facing role aligned to achieving equitable outcomes for akonga Maori at Toi Ohomai. The Kaitataiako Facilitator is a member of the Te Haeata Directorate within the Akonga Maori Success and Equity Team. This role is based at our Tauranga - Poike / Windermere campus, with reach across all Toi Ohomai Bay of Plenty/South Waikato campuses. Through coordinated delivery of culturally-responsive initiatives (programmes of work and activities) throughout the learner journey, akonga Maori will experience a greater sense of inclusion and success in vocational tertiary study. The appointing salary for this role is between $62,000 to $73,000 dependent on skills and experience. This will be achieved through: Ensuring programmes of work and activities are guided by te Ao Maori; Planning and coordinating (academic, social, pastoral) that supports akonga Maori sense of belonging and success at Toi Ohomai; Facilitating a range of kaupapa which are shown to improve akonga engagement and success in vocational tertiary education; Working collaboratively with other Toi Ohomai teams, and supporting the functions of the directorate. The Kaitataiako Facilitator reports to the Maori Success Manager – Akonga Maori Success and Equity and will be responsible for: He korero mou| About you To be successful in this role you will: Use Te Reo me ona tikanga to deliver a kaupapa-Maori programmes shown to make a difference to akonga Maori success; Build sustainable, trusting relationships with akonga Maori and kaimahi; Be potential focused; Have an understanding of the educational sector and the barriers that affect akonga Maori success. Mo Matou | About us Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology (Toi Ohomai IT) is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with five campuses reaching across the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato regions. Two main campuses are located at The Toi Poike/Windermere (Tauranga) and Mokoia (Rotorua), with smaller, regional campuses located in Whakatane, Tokoroa, and Taupo. Toi Ohomai IT is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering culturally-responsive services in a manner that responds to the needs and aspirations of akonga Maori and their whanau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Maori communities and/or businesses throughout our region. To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation. Me pehea te tono | How to apply As a responsible employer and education provider, Toi Ohomai IT is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position will be a NZ citizen and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks. Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks. If you have a desire to serve and want to make a difference for akonga Maori in vocational education, are innovative and driven then apply now! #J-18808-Ljbffr