Pacific Engagement Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand University of Canterbury Full time

Pacific Knowledge & Culture Hub:
Pacific Development Team
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

  • Fulltime 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
  • Continuing (permanent) position
  • Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunities
  • Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rā_
  • He hiahia, he pūkenga nōu ki te mahi a te _
    _Pacific Engagement Coordinator__ Nāia te pōwhiri nā Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha kia tono mai i te tūranga nei._

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do

The role of Pacific Engagement Coordinator is to lead the design, coordination and delivery of events and communication channels to increase recruitment, retention and completion rates amongst Pasifika students.

The role will also connect and engage Pasifika students, families and their communities to enhance a sense of belonging at the University of Canterbury.


Mōu | Who You Are
A minimum of 2-3 years' experience in a similar role, including:

  • Experience working in an educational environment (tertiary experience would be advantageous)
  • Experience working with community and funding organisations
  • Experience in graphic design (desirable)
  • Experience in writing reports
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills
  • Experience in creating short videos and promotional materials
  • Knowledge and experience of social media
  • Competency in a Pacific language and te reo Māori me ōna tikanga is an advantage

Mātauranga | Education

  • Bachelor's Degree (NZQA Level 7)

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With

Under the leadership of the Director, Pacific Development, the Pacific Engagement Coordinator will be part of the Pacific Development Team (PDT) that provides extensive support, opportunities, programmes, and events for Pacific students at UC as well as some initiatives for UC staff and the wider community.


Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
In 2023 UC is celebrating 150 years of accessible education. The past, the present and the future are intertwined. For more information on our 150th Anniversary visit us here.


Ngā 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 ākonga and staff.

They challenge and inspire us to be the best we can, and make UC a great place to work and study.

For more info on Ngā 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.


The closing date for this position is: 6 August 2023 (midnight, NZ time):

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted via our careers website and should include a cover letter and resume.

You 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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