Senior Librarian

**About us**

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is New Zealand’s second largest tertiary institution, and we’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for over 35 years. Our vision of **‘Whānau transformation through education’** drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Ko ngā uara (our values) are woven throughout the actions we take to achieve great outcomes for our tauira (students) and kaimahi (employees):

- ** Te Aroha**:Having regard for one another and those for whom we are responsible and to whom we are accountable.
- ** Te Whakapono**:The basis of our beliefs and the confidence that what we are doing is right.
- ** Ngā Ture**:The knowledge that our actions are morally and ethically right and that we are acting in an honourable manner.
- ** Kotahitanga**:Unity amongst iwi and other ethnicities; standing as one.

**About the role**

Some of your responsibilities will include:

- Develop and deliver library services focussing on tauira and kaimahi needs.
- Lead promotion and assist tauira in utilising TWoA online platforms.
- Plan, develop and deliver information literacy modules and workshops.
- Contribute to projects supporting teaching, learning and rangahau.
- Contribute to executing the Takiwā library plan.
- Participate in the review cycle and assessment of the library services. Build strong internal and external relationships.
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**About you**

We are looking for an enthusiastic and a forward-thinking professional with excellent communication skills and a passion for continuous learning. Your ability to foster inclusivity and respect for āhuatanga Māori, coupled with leadership qualities, will ensure a seamless experience for our tauira and kaimahi.

You will also bring with you:

- A degree in Library and Information Management (preferably master’s level)
- Certificate in Adult Teaching preferred
- Registered member of the Library and Information Profession ELIANZA
- Full New Zealand Drivers’ License preferred
- 4+ years professional library experience, including special library/tertiary education experience. 4+ years’ experience using electronic databases.

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.