Programme Administrator Māori Medium

Job Description:

Support the success of Māori students by coordinating recruitment, enrolment, placements and programme administration while building strong relationships with Māori education communities.

• Support Māori student success from enrolment to graduation
• Build meaningful relationships with Kōhanga Reo, Kura and Wharekura
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

As Programme Administrator – Māori Medium and Māori Education, you will play a key role in supporting Māori students throughout their educational journey, from initial enquiry through to graduation. Working closely with staff, students and external education partners, you will ensure the smooth delivery of programme administration and student support services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating recruitment, enrolment, cross-crediting, mentoring, completion and graduation processes for Māori students.
• Building and maintaining relationships with Kōhanga Reo, Kura Kaupapa Māori and Wharekura to support student pathways and programme growth.
• Supporting the coordination of professional experience placements in Māori medium educational settings.
• Managing programme administration, student records, documentation, databases and event coordination.

• Providing high-quality administrative, advisory and pastoral support to students and academic staff.

This is a part time role for 18.75 hours per week (0.5 FTE), where the hours and days of work can be negotiated, based on our Hillcrest Campus. Salary will be in the range of $73,235 to $87,024 per year pro rata which means between $36,617 and $43,512 based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position.

For more information on the role please see the position description in English or Te Reo Māori. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Te Hurinui Karaka-Clarke, [email protected]. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You are a highly organised and relationship-focused administrator who is passionate about supporting Māori educational success. You enjoy working with students, whānau, schools and community partners and are committed to providing excellent service and support.

You will bring:

• Proficiency in te reo Māori and excellent written and verbal communication skills in both te reo Māori and English.
• Experience in administration, coordination or student support, with strong organisational and planning skills.
• The ability to build effective relationships with students, staff, Kōhanga Reo, Kura Kaupapa Māori and Wharekura.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgement and the ability to manage multiple priorities. A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and an understanding of Māori and Pacific cultures.

You will thrive in a collaborative environment where you can combine administration, relationship management and student support to make a meaningful difference in the lives of learners and their communities.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?

Te Wānanga Toi Tangata Division of Education is recognised for its innovative approaches to education, educational research and professional learning. Through its schools, institutes and specialist centres, the Division supports the development of educators, leaders and communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education offers a wide range of programmes spanning teacher education, counselling, educational leadership, disability and inclusion studies, digital learning, social work and more. The Division is committed to advancing educational outcomes through research, partnership and a strong commitment to equity, excellence and belonging.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close on Sunday July 19, 2026

Requisition Number 1003688