Pacific Community and Cultural Engagement AdvisorAuckland University of Technology – Manukau City, North IslandJoin Aotearoa New Zealand's university of opportunityCoordinate Pacific community engagement initiatives and events, strengthening AUT's unique role in the Pacific spaceFull-time, permanent role - flexible locations across AUT campusesAs a university of technology and opportunity, AUT makes a positive and lasting contribution to Aotearoa New Zealand, the Pacific, and the world. Its Office of Pacific Advancement leads a collective commitment to the wellbeing and success of Pacific communities at AUT and beyond. Our programmes and initiatives span the student and staff experience; academic research development, impact and engagement; advocacy, and community-based collaborations and partnerships.The Pacific Community and Cultural Engagement Advisor coordinates the co-design, delivery and evaluation of projects, initiatives and events aimed at fostering Pacific student, staff, and community involvement and engagement for the Office of Pacific Advancement (OPA).As a key role within our newly established Community Engagement and Partnerships team, you will be responsible for the operational coordination of the team's mahi, supported by the strategic leadership of our Community Engagement and Partnerships Senior Manager, and collaborating closely with the wider OPA team and our stakeholders. This includes contributing to the co-design and implementation of Pacific community engagement and partnerships plans to nurture meaningful engagement and collaboration with Pacific communities and stakeholders, and grow AUT's leadership in Pacific policy, research and advocacy in Aotearoa and the wider Pacific region.Relationship management is a critical aspect of the role, and you'll advise AUT departments about a wide range of opportunities and connections and support them to initiate and maintain relationships with Pacific communities. You'll need to possess a genuine service-leadership mindset with strong end-to-end project coordination skills, and the ability to develop and nurture collaborative relationships grounded in Pacific values.To be successful in this rewarding role, you will hold a heartfelt commitment to strengths-based approaches to enabling Pacific peoples' wellbeing and success.You will also have:Existing extensive relationships within Pacific communities, and knowledge of Pacific values and ways of knowing and being.At least 3 years' experience in a relevant sector (e.g. education, social services, community development, communications, marketing etc.) developing and managing effective and mutually beneficial Pacific stakeholder relationships.Demonstrable track record in the end-to-end project coordination of Pacific related strategy, plans, programmes, events and/or initiatives.Sound communication skills and the ability to write, present and communicate persuasively and effectively.Creative and lateral thinking with an innovative, "can-do" attitude, a high degree of integrity, self-motivation.Applicants must also have a relevant tertiary degree, preferably at postgraduate level.Please see the detailed position description for more information on key job accountabilities.Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter which explains a) why this particular role (and AUT) is of interest, and also b) how your experience aligns with the key experience and attributes we're seeking above.AUT has fantastic staff benefits including free study, a personal fund for your continued professional development, free membership to AUT gyms, and generous leave allowances.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to applyTo apply for this position please click "Apply Now" below to be redirected to our careers site.You must be eligible to work in NZ to be considered.Salary Range: $70,000 - $96,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)Reference: 90652This role is considered a children's worker role and will be subject to safety checking as part of the Children's Act 2014.
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