Continuing Full-time 37.5hrsWould you like to play an integral support role for first year undergraduate akonga (students)?Au Mahi | What You Will DoYou will be part of a vibrant and dynamic advising team within UC's student hub, Te Pataka.
You will be responsible for whakawhanaungatanga, building relationships with first year akonga with a special focus on key equity cohorts including Maori and Pacific students.
The manaakitanga you provide will ensure culturally responsive, accurate, and timely academic advice and support, empowering students in their successful transition to tertiary study and beyond.
You will provide proactive and customised support to improve retention and achievement.
You will contribute to an advising community of practice that seeks to improve systems, processes, and practices across the university to enhance akonga learning experiences.To be successful in this role, you will have a commitment to uphold UC's values and will have the following skills and experiences:Bachelor's Degree (NZQA Level 7) or above, preferably in education, psychology, social work or other relevant field or equivalent employment experience.Active commitment to upholding the values, tikanga, and kawa of cultural practice and traditions as guided by mana whenua, Ngai Tuahuriri and Ngai Tahu.Competency in te reo Maori me ona tikanga is an advantage.Proven experience in pastoral care or a similar support role.
Experience in counselling, coaching or teaching is an advantage.Experience working with priority learners or underserved communities.An understanding of the academic, social and cultural needs of akonga Maori and Pacific and an ability to engage successfully with akonga who have diverse needs.Commitment to enhancing bicultural and intercultural competence and effectiveness.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport and network in diverse contexts.Exceptional organisational and administrative abilities, meeting deadlines effectively.Strength in learning, interpreting and applying policies and procedures.
Knowledge of university regulations is an advantage.Experience in collaborative, fast-paced work environments and demonstrated contributions to team success.A strong passion for improving and enhancing the overall student experience, retention and engagement.Effective reflective practice and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess and enhance individual and team performance.Confidence and competence with IT, particularly across the MS Office suite.Ability to preserve confidentiality and abide by the requirements of New Zealand Privacy legislation.This is a unique and exciting opportunity to play an integral role in akonga engagement at UC!Nga Painga o UC | Why UCNga Uara | Our Values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and tiakitanga guide our decisions and behaviour and provide a roadmap for how we do things at UC, affirming our commitment to pastoral care and support for our akonga and staff.
For more info on Nga Uara | Our Values visit us here.We are committed to accessible higher education, service to the community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity.
The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.We offer a range of fantastic benefits including flexible work practices, study opportunities and generous superannuation and leave provisions.
For more information, please visit us.The closing date for this position is: 26th January 2025 (midnight, NZ time)Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place before the close date.Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.Please note, we do not accept applications by email; however, we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process.
Please forward these to ****** must have Aotearoa New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency to be considered for this role.
If you hold a valid work visa and are physically present in New Zealand, then you may also be considered.
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