Susuga Faiako

Auckland, New Zealand
- Full-time
- UoA Department Name: Law
- Campus: Auckland City Campus
- Contract Type: Fixed-Term
- Position Number: 55568820

**Company Description**:
**Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland**

Talofa lava, Ni sa bula vinaka, Malo e lelei, Kia orana, Taloha ni, Ia orana, Fakaalofa lahi atu, ‘Alii, Mauri, Aloha mai e, Halo Olaketa, Malo ni and warm Pacific Greetings

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

To fulfil our commitment to a diverse legal academy and profession, the Faculty is seeking to recruit an aspiring or established Pasifika legal academic to take a lead role in supporting the Pasifika student body and contribute to our high-quality research and teaching.

We are seeking applicants with strong connections to Pasifika communities and an in-depth understanding of Pasifika culture, to provide support, advice and mentorship to students throughout their journey with us.

You will be committed to undertaking research-informed teaching, providing administrative and managerial leadership to academic and pastoral initiatives for Pasifika law students, and contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Pacific-themed law and core law courses.

Remuneration: PTF 1 to PTF 2 ($92,212 -101,920).

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**He kōrero mōu | About you**

You will have a proven aptitude for supporting Pasifika people and deep understanding of Pacific cultural values. This could include experience in providing culturally appropriate education, pastoral care and assistance to Pasifika peoples, participation and service in Pasifika communities in local community programmes, faith communities and associations, and demonstrated leadership and experience representing their respective Pacific families and communities in local, national and international contexts. Recognition will be given to the impact active community service and family support roles can have on personal professional achievements.

Less than full-time hours and job-sharing arrangements may be available by negotiation.

**What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou**

The University of Auckland is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

- Flexible employment practices and a culture that supports work-life balance
- Career development programmes
- A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
- 6.75% superannuation scheme

For more information please visit our Staff Benefits page.

Applications should be submitted online, before the closing date of **15th October **and include an up to date CV and cover letter outlining what strengths you will bring to this role.

**Additional Information**:
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