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Job Opportunity: Te Kaiwhakauru – Youth and Community Development:HainesAttractJob description:Job DescriptionTe Kaiwhakauru – Youth and Community Development RepresentativeCity campus Full-time, permanent » Passion for education » Promote and deliver the Ara practice » Organise and present at events Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute providing world-class, tertiary-level education all over the Canterbury and Waitaki region. Our talented staff, innovative business collaborators and supportive community partners are passionate about the function they play in our students’ success. Ara is a subsidiary of Te P?kenga, Ara has a strong commitment to improving results for M?ori. Becoming a Tiriti lead institution is an important foundation step we have identified in progressing toward achieving significant partnered approaches in our ways of operating. Working with us you can expect your expertise of M?ori culture to be valued and supported in your function. You will be invited to connect with other colleagues, participate in and lgain more about M?ori culture, become an agent for biculturalism and our shared mission of improving results for all our learners. The Engagement team is part of the broader Customer practice and Engagement Division, which draws together the many aspects of student support and engagement across the organisation in order to achieve an integrated and collaborative institutional response to all prospective, current and past students. Teams work collaboratively across the Division and institution to enhance the overall student practice, student wellbeing and academic and vocational success. Information technology is the responsibility of the Division to facilitate specialist interventions to support target groups in line with the Ara strategic goals and key Government targets, including M?ori, Pasifika, Youth (under 25 years), International and refugee and migrant students. The function We are seeking for someone to join the team as ‘Te Kaiwhakauru – Youth and Community.’ You will be the connection between Ara and prospective students, particularly rangatahi, playing a key part in promoting and delivering the full Ara practice through a range of innovative direct engagement activities all over New Zealand. Your focus will be on meeting organisational recruitment targets with a focus on increasing M?ori participation. To do this you will work with rangatahi in kura, clubs, organisations and youth agencies to inform them about Ara and the wide variety of study options and support services available to them. You will ensure your targeted recruitment activity is aligned to tikanga M?ori protocols. In this function you will share your passion for education, presenting, inspiring and motivating others. A connection and expertise of Ara is desirable and you will demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering the vision and values of Ara. Ideally you will be fluent in Te Reo M?ori and have strong networks and connections with kaiako, groups, organisations and others who work closely with young M?ori. You will need to be available for travel outside Christchurch for specific periods of time during the year and be able to work some evenings and weekends to attend events and expos. expertise/practice: » Tertiary level qualification or equivalent practice » Fluency in Te Reo M?ori and practice working with rangatahi preferred » Strong presentations expertise » An emphasis on customer service » A ‘can and will do’ attitude » Enthusiastic about promoting our programmes » Excellent organisational and time management expertise » Work well in a team and at times under pressure You will also have a friendly, positive and engaging approach, and thrive in a busy function within a proactive and dynamic team. You will also have a full current New Zealand driver’s licence. Benefits We offer and encourage professional and skill development. Enjoy excellent employment conditions, a great central city location and access to modern on-site facilities including gym/recreation centre with free staff yoga and group fitness sessions, library, visions on campus restaurant, two childcare centres and a health centre. How to submit the application:To applyWe accept applications via our online application system. For a job description and/or to apply online please visit http://www.ara.ac.nz/about-us/work-at-ara If you have any queries in relation to the vacancy or application process, Contact Us by the People and Culture team via PeopleandCulture@ara.ac.nz or 03 940 8623.Emailed applications will not be considered. Applications close Sunday, 30 May 2021.Skills:
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