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Offer: Curator, Taonga M?ori:Maori Pacific JobsJob description:Job DescriptionCurator, Taonga M?oriPublished:21/09/2021Closing Date:07/10/2021 Employment Type:Permanent – Full Time Job location:Auckland Job Job Category:Advertising, Media, Arts & Entertainment T?maki Paenga Hira: Tui tui hono tangata, whenua me te moana. Auckland War Memorial Museum: Connecting through sharing stories of people, lands and seas Auckland Museum is a much-loved culture and heritage organisation at the heart of Auckland’s identity, committed to outstanding management of its world-class collections,developing and sharing engaging content through its galleries, exhibition, events, educational programmes and the permanent and volunteer staff who tell the Museum’s stories. We are Auckland’s home of commemoration as well as the country's oldest research institution and a major tourist destination. Job DescriptionThe Curator, Taonga M?ori is a pivotal function unlocking the potential of Auckland Museum's taonga M?ori collection. This permanent, full-time function places the taonga M?ori collections at the heart of the museum and prioritises their research, development, care and access. The postholder will enrich the content of the collection, undertake research, promote collection access, answer public enquiries and contribute to the development of exhibitions, gallery renewals and public programmes. This influential function works across many aspects of the museum's core business, a primary focus over the next five years is a programme of gallery renewals including M?ori Court.expected Skills and practiceTo be prosperous in this function, you will offer:» significant postgraduate qualifications (PhD preferred) or broad equivalent practice in a significant field » Demonstrated skills and knowledge of taonga M?ori and evidence of specialist knowledge for one or more collections area » Evidence of strong networks with the M?ori community at both local and national levels » Demonstrated practice in contributing to the development of public programmes and exhibitions in a museum context » knowledge of the principles and practice of the Treaty of Waitangi, and the implications of this for the work of the museum » Demonstrate proficiency in Te Reo Maori me ona Tikanga » Proven effective verbal and written communication skills, in addition to strong analytical and effective planning and time management skills » The capability to work flexible hours, including evenings, holidays and/or weekends on occasion as required » A collaborative approach and excellent interpersonal skills will be essential in dealing with diverse groups including community groups, the public, iwi and whanau, museum project teams, and across all tiers of the museum Closing Date:Thursday 7 October, 2021 You must be currently residing in and eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this permanent position. Please view the position descriptionhere: Auckland Museum offers a rich and fulfilling work life where we embrace diversity and nurture our bicultural capcapability as demonstrated in our Teu le V? and He Korahi Maori strategies. We also offer a range of great benefits such as flexible work and leave and an award-winning wellbeing programme. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to be part ofa fabulous New Zealand organisation committed to telling our national and Auckland stories, reflecting our unique place in the South Pacific. He Oranga Tangata ka ao Enriching lives: Inspiring discoveries How to submit the application:APPLY HEREClosing Date:Thursday 7 October, 2021Skills:
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