Student Support Adviser - MAPAS

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity Do you have an in-depth understanding of Māori and Pacific culture and strong connections to Māori and/or Pacific communities? yes? then read on!To fulfil our commitment to the Vision 20:20 initiative, which aims to increase the number of Māori and Pacific health professionals through the Māori and Pacific Admission Scheme (MAPAS). The faculty is seeking to recruit an inspiring individual to support our Māori and Pacific students through their cultural and educational journey within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FMHS) as the Student Support Advisor. The kaupapa of this role is:coordinating academic and pastoral support for Māori and Pacific students who are studying in either foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate programmesresponsible for the administration, management and coordination of admission, academic, and pastoral support for our students. This is an excellent opportunity to undertake responsibility and be innovative in a stimulating position that demands critical thinking as well as a practical approach. Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the teamOur team pride themselves on our positive working environment, where we work collaboratively to develop innovative solutions. We work closely and are always committed to giving and accepting feedback to ensure we provide the best service possible to our students.We are looking for someone who will complement this style, bring their great ideas, and be confident to challenge ours.