TAO Health Workforce Transition Coordinator

Are you passionate about supporting Māori and Pasifika students to succeed in their health studies and transition into mahi?

'Kia whiria, kia tupono, kia rereketia'

Make a Choice, for a Chance, to make a Change

At MIT, you'll be at the forefront of changing lives by supporting students through their journey with us. We provide vocational education with a strong vision of getting people into great jobs. Our Te Ara Oranga Health Workforce Transition Coordinator is a valuable resource in helping students navigate challenges and achieve their goals.

We're looking for a motivated individual who can connect with our students and provide culturally responsive guidance, advocacy, and practical support throughout their studies. This role is ideal for someone positive, service-focused, and capable—someone who knows how to access the right support and build strong relationships that help students succeed. As part of our Te Ara Oranga team, you'll play a key role in increasing retention and supporting Māori and Pasifika learners to graduate and enter the health workforce.

E pā ana ki te tūranga | Tuanga tatara i te angaanga | About the Role

This full-time, fixed-term position is part of the Te Ara Oranga project at Manukau Institute of Technology. You will:

• Support learners from enrolment through to graduation and transition into health careers.
• Provide pastoral care and advice that contributes to student retention and success.
• Ensure learning environments are accessible and culturally responsive to both academic and wellbeing needs.
• Liaise with internal and external services to empower and enable student success.
• Help deliver Te Ara Oranga events and workshops that enhance student engagement.
• Build strong relationships with schools and communities, maintain student outcome data, and assist with promoting Te Ara Oranga through social media.
• Work collaboratively with Ngā Kete Wānanga Marae and the Pasifika Development Office for cultural guidance and advice when supporting students, alongside Te Ara Oranga's Hauora Navigator.

Mōu te take | E uiga ia te oe | About You

We are seeking someone who brings:

• A relevant tertiary qualification or significant experience in pastoral care, youth/community leadership, or student support.
• Experience working with diverse communities/
• Strong collaboration, networking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Cultural competence and confidence in Te Ao Māori and/or Pasifika world views
• Computer literacy
• Ability to use student management systems. (advantageous)
• A full driver's license.
• Passion for raising achievement and supporting Māori and Pasifika student success.

Ahurea - Anga fakafonua - Culture:

At MIT you will work with some incredible people who are passionate about the positive impact we make to the communities we serve.We offer a work environment which values genuine people who care for others, are well-connected, open and approachable and strive for excellence in all we do. If you are excited by the role and feel you would fit well into our organisation, we would love to hear from you.

"Kua herea mātou ki te whai i te tūturutanga o Te Tiriti O Waitangi." We are committed to creating and maintaining a culturally sensitive work environment in relation to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Me pēwhea te tono - Tuku atu fēfē atu haau a tohi ole - How to Apply:

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If you would like any further information please contact Shallu Tokas, People and Culture,

Application close date, Wednesday, 7th January 2026.

Depending on the quality of applications for this role, the closing date for applications may be brought forward. So, don't delay, apply now.