Maori Advisor – Student Recruitment

Job description:Student Recruitment Advisor, MaoriTo increase Maori participation at Massey University, through the designPosition Purpose and implementation of relevant strategies and plans to identify, engageand establish relationships with prospective Maori Postgraduate students,Maori Secondary School Maori students (including Maori BoardingSchools), Kura Kaupapa Maori students, and Kura-a-Iwi students andtheir whanau and communities for Massey University.The position will have a particular focus on relationship building withprospective students, both Postgraduate and Undergraduate (includingtheir whanau, schools, kura and communities). The position will alsorequire engagement with wider rangatahi cohorts, including those whomay have concluded secondary schooling.The position will suit an enthusiastic, committed, results-driven person,with fluency as a te reo Maori speaker who has a high-levelunderstanding of tikanga Maori and the ability to apply tikanga Maori.This role will support both the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor,Students and Alumni, and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Maori indeveloping and implementing the Maori recruitment strategyDepartment: Student RecruitmentLocation: AucklandReports to: Student Recruitment ManagerResponsible for: N/ADelegations: EJob Title: Student Recruitment AdvisorInternalKey relationships: DVC Student and AlumniDVC MaoriDirector of Marketing and RecruitmentStudent Recruitment ManagerHeads of Schools/Institutes in Colleges and DepartmentsAssociate Deans Maori for CollegesCollege of SciencesCollege of BusinessCollege of HealthCollege of Creative ArtsCollege of Humanities and Social SciencesPeople and Culture (Human Resources)FinanceStudentsExternalMinistry of EducationKura Kaupapa MaoriMaori Boarding SchoolsIwi, hapu (including mana whenua for each Massey Campus)Maori organisationsWhanau1Context: We are a world-leading university in many academic disciplines and fieldsof research. Our point of difference is research that is connected toMassey University community and industry. Our researchers are developing expertise andskills to advance human knowledge and understanding. Working togetheracross disciplines and locations, we solve national and global problemsthrough fundamental, applied and interdisciplinary research, whileculturally and artistically enriching our world.We are deeply committed to being a Tiriti-led university, demonstratingauthentic leadership in contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand as weuphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the founding document of our nation, and itsprinciples through our practice. We embrace this not just as an obligationbut as a real opportunity for the nation and its people.Our educators are preparing a new generation of global leaders. Ourstudents are diverse and are attracted to Massey because they want toachieve their personal goals or make their mark in the world. Theyexperience world-class learning that recognises their intellectual andcultural strengths, expands their horizons and prepares them tocontribute to a rapidly transforming world with skills, critical and creativethinking and leadership.We will be renowned for our passion and caring attitude. All Masseycampuses will be innovation ecosystems, acting as magnets for smartenterprises. Wherever we are, we will operate in partnerships founded onrespect, trust and mutual benefit. Massey is not only defined by what wedo, but by how we do it.About this department The Student Recruitment team is responsible for promoting Massey toachieve domestic recruitment objectives. This role is your opportunity toplay an important part in the team, focusing on the undergraduate andpostgraduate market, while enjoying a new level of success in yourcareer.2Massey core capabilitiesAt Massey we are Tiriti-led, upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles through our practice, We:Demonstrate awareness Of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its contribution to Aotearoa New ZealandsocietyUnderstand the relevance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in relation to the work of the University andthe people we serve.Embracing Te Reo in relevant and practical ways in our work place interactions andengagement with external stakeholders, giving expression to Tikanga Mäori and protocolsthat demonstrates that we respect and value Maori conventions in appropriate settings.At Massey we work together with mutual respect and caring. We:Act with integrity and trustworthiness and give credit to others for the work they do.Work cooperatively and inter-dependently to foster and promote the One University approachShare knowledge and communicate professionally with courtesy and mutual respect.Are ethical in all transactions, working within the parameters of our policies and procedures.Are direct, truthful and maintain confidentiality.Seek to understand and appreciate our differences.Are ethical in all transactions, working within the parameters of our policies and procedures.Are direct, truthful and maintain confidentiality.Seek to understand and appreciate our differencesKeep ourselves and others safe; work together to embrace with the University's health, safetyand wellbeing policies, procedures and programmes; display commitment by activelysupporting all safety and wellbeing initiatives: and by actively engaging in health and safetyimprovement opportunities.At Massey we are future-focused, results- oriented and strive for excellence. We:Take ownership and responsibility for delivering results to support achievement ofUniversity objectives.Provide the best quality services to our customers (internal and external) ensuring ourstudents/ stakeholders are at the heart of everything we do.Deliver or support world-class research, teaching and learning and citizenship.Take personal responsibility for our performance, take pride in doing our job well, and committo ongoing personal and professional developmentAre motivated and create a positive working environment where our values are reinforced.Anticipate and respond with agility and resilience to the changing needs of the University andthe communities we serve.Seek ways to improve our services to deliver in an efficient and effective way.Embrace technology and apply this innovatively to better meet the needs of those we serve.Challenge ourselves to reach our potential and help bring out the best in others.Understand how what we do contributes to the objectives of the University.3AccountabilitiesAccountmanagementManage a portfolio of secondary schools throughout the central NorthIsland that have been identified as strategically significant for theuniversity. Develop and strengthen relationships with keystakeholders within these schools to gain increased access torequired students and increase the profile and reputation of theuniversity with students.Implement initiatives as part of SRA plans that provide timelyengagement opportunities for prospective students and theirinfluencers that display Massey's expertise.Carry out effective SRA recruitment campaigns underscored with awell-integrated communication plan, which is positive with relevantmessages about Massey contributing to the reputation of theuniversity.Stakeholderengagement • Develop and maintain excellent relationships within PR, Colleges,national shared services and campus teams to facilitate an integratedrecruitment approach.Representative for PR in attending meetings as required, being aprincipal point of contact for PR, liaising with the campus events teamand Regional Campus Operations Managers to co-ordinate PR.Support the Student Recruitment Manager and the wider PR teamand other campuses as and when required.Identify opportunities for Massey engagement with external groups inthe region.Recruitment eventsEnsure the maintenance of contacts and recruitment effectiveness,using available technology – SMS, RAPID and CRM technologyMonitor data and conduct outcome assessment on efforts.Develop follow up strategies in collaboration with Marketing, AccountManagers and Program Managers based on market data.Provide regular communication, information, and data to teammembers, partners, academic program leaders, and others asappropriate about student recruitment goal attainment.Conduct large secondary school presentations, as well as individualmeetings with Secondary School students and parents.Main ProductKnowledge • Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of Massey University'srange of programmes, points of difference and student experienceinformation.Deliver accurate and timely information about Massey University,specific programmes and the enrolment process to prospectivestudents, families and school representatives.Remain current regarding recruitment best practices, seekinginnovation and creativity in introducing new approaches to ouractivities and efforts.4Qualifications and ExperienceQualifications: A relevant tertiary qualificationFull New Zealand driver’s licenseExperience: • Demonstrated a capacity for providing advice, and a proven record ofaccomplishment of developing strong and effective relationships inthe achievement of strategic outcomes.Experience of working in a customer-focussed role, often workingunder pressure and to tight deadlines.The ability to present to, and engage a range of audiences.Secondary school or tertiary education sector knowledge andexperience would be considered advantageous.Proven experience working as part of a highly motivated team andgaining the respect of peers and stakeholders.Experience in strategic planning and implementation, operationalexecution and reporting.Experience of leading large-scale Secondary School and influencerevents – on-campus and off-campus.Proven ability to establish and develop effective relationships withschool communities, industry, community groups and internalstakeholders would be an advantage.Capabilities:Communication • Conducts discussions in a respectful manner that are sincere andfully expressed.Essential • Develops a clear, complete understanding of needs and problemsthrough careful ...