Professional Practice Fellow
5 days ago
CENTRE FOR PACIFIC HEALTH | VA'A O TAUTAI
DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCES | TE WĀHANGA MATUA MĀTAU HAUORA
About our team | Mō te tīma
Va'a o Tautai – Centre for Pacific Health provides a range of academic programmes and support for Pacific students, leads Pacific Health teaching and research, and provides strategic support for Pacific developments and regional engagement in the Division of Health Sciences. Our work as a team is underpinned by the Pacific Strategic Framework which outlines the University's commitment to meeting the needs of Pacific peoples, and supports the further development of activities that promote improved rates of access, retention and completion among New Zealand students of indigenous descent.
The role | Te Mahi
This is an excellent opportunity to join the Health Sciences Pacific Health team and contribute to innovations in Pacific Health developments at the University of Otago.
As an academic member of the Va'a o Tautai, you will be involved in teaching and training across Medicine, Health Professional programmes, and the Bachelor of Health Sciences (Pacific and Global Health major) while continuing your own professional development within an area of expertise. You will encourage the relationship with communities in the development, coordination and delivery of Pacific curriculum, and support the promotion of professional and cultural skills in students.
Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
• Possess a relevant postgraduate or professional qualification.
• Have experience working within Pacific communities.
• Demonstrate an ability to work effectively with students and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• A commitment to an improvement in the health and wellbeing of Pacific people.
• A demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural setting.
• A strong commitment to working in a Pacific team.
• A demonstrated commitment to Pacific development.
• Sensitivity to and respect for cultural differences, particularly in an educational context.
• A proven ability to establish and maintain relationships.
• The ability to work autonomously, take responsibility for own work, and work in a team.
An ability to form positive, productive collaborations will also be vital to your success in this role.
Further Details | Puroko
This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position, located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.
The appointment range for this role is $75,727 to $102,900 per annum.
The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.
Specific enquiries may be directed to Fran Cockerell, Manager, Va'a o Tautai – Centre for Pacific Health via the email address below.
Application | Tono
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number will close on Monday, 24 November 2025.
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