Kaiawhina Student Advisor - Maori Achievement

The Wintec Team

You and the Wintec Team

You’ll be part of the team at Wintec, which aims to strengthen the community on many levels (ki te whakakaha i te iwi hāpori mā te ara matauranga, rangahau arā umanga whanakenga). Your qualifications and industry experience will help us provide the best education, the most modern facilities and the latest technology to students locally, nationally and worldwide.

Connected to the World

You’ll also help Wintec stay connected to business and the community so our students can gain on- the-job experience and graduate work ready. We’ll support you to enhance your own qualifications and experience, extend your skill sets and expand your industry and educational connections locally and globally.

Working at Wintec

If you enjoy the challenge of new ideas, the satisfaction of a job well done and the success that comes with great teamwork, you’ll love working at Wintec!

Role Purpose

1. To work with the School of Media Arts on the development and delivery of support for Māori and Pasifika learners. 2. To ensure key student processes and policies are complied with.

Employment Details

Location The appointee will be based at Hamilton City campus but may be required to work at other sites.

Reports to Student Capability Manager

Remuneration $44,900 - $58,900 per annum

(An indication ONLY)

Band Band 3

Direct reports Nil

Financial authority Nil

Functional relationships Internal Academic Staff

Administration Staff

Advisors/Consultants

Department Managers

Heads of School/Centre Directors

Team Managers/Team Leaders/Coordinators

External Students; Business / Industry / Community Government agencies ITOs SAWIT

Accountable for Successful when

Customer Service Proactively seek out at-risk cohorts of Māori and Pasifika learners Identify learning support needs for students and arrange appropriate action. Support students to improve issues affecting their academic success at Wintec. Work with current Wintec processes to provide assistance for students who require support. Assist current students to link with appropriate internal and external support. Ensure students requiring assistance receive relevant information and support. Ensure students and Wintec staff have increased awareness of student support and services and how to effectively refer students to support. Collaborate and communicate across departments as required to support students towards achievement. Develop and maintain effective relationships with and on behalf of the Media Arts, Māori Achievement and Te Kete Kōnae team with internal and external customers. Liaise with community networks to access support for referral where appropriate.

Administration Provide support as required to the Media Arts, Māori Achievement and Te Kete Kōnae teams. Provide accurate information in a timely manner. Ensure all student contacts are recorded accurately and timely using approved process. Provide appropriate records and reports as required.

Project Coordination Create and coordinate student success projects and events in conjunction with Head of Media Arts and Student Capability Manager. Promote and support student activities and events.

Wintec Culture Ensure currency with Wintec’s mission, strategies, priorities and values. Follow all Wintec policies and procedures and legislative obligations. Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO). Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Wintec’s mission, strategies, priorities and values. Promote equity and diversity in the workplace, build mutual trust, and treat staff equitably, transparently, fairly and in a culturally appropriate manner. Continuous improvement and development of systems, procedures and service to ensure Wintec maintains and develops its position as a leading provider of vocational education and training. Other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

Health and safety Significant hazards in the area of responsibility are identified, management documented and reviewed annually or as new hazards emerge. accountabilities are Significant hazards are eliminated, isolated and/or risk minimised. understood and applied. Individual and staff H&S Staff in the area of responsibility are involved in the hazard management outcome and objectives process. are reviewed at least Relevant H&S training is identified and completed for key staff and those annually. with specific job/training requirements. Work accidents and incidents are reported as soon as possible after occurrence; investigation reports are completed and recommendations considered.

Wintec culture Observes Wintec’s mission, strategies, priorities and values in all activities. Follows all Wintec policies and procedures and legislative obligations. Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO). Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Wintec’s mission, strategies, priorities and values. Promotes equity and diversity in the workplace; builds mutual trust; and treats staff equitably, transparently, fairly and in a culturally appropriate manner. Undertakes continuous improvement and development of systems, procedures and service to ensure Wintec maintains and develops its position as a leading provider of vocational education and training.

Other duties Performs other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

Our Values

Working Together We work collaboratively within and outside our organisation. We form partnerships, openly communicate, share expertise and try new things. Mahi tahi

Challenge and Innovation We are leaders, so we challenge ourselves and others to look for ways to do things better and to embrace innovation and achievement. Whakaaro whānui

Customer Focus Students, employers and colleagues in the organisation are all our customers. We drive our organisation from their needs, and act with Manaaki tangata purpose, creativity and energy to exceed their expectations.

Valuing People We treat everyone with courtesy and respect, without prejudice and valuing different perspectives. We involve and listen to others, and Whakamana i te tangata recognise them for their contribution; always acting with integrity.

Taking Ownership We are all responsible for the overall success of our organisation, and are accountable for our actions and results. We make quality decisions based Kia tika on sound information and we learn from our mistakes in a ‘no blame’ culture.

Improvement and We are committed to setting high standards and continually improving Opportunity what we do. We are passionate about extending opportunities to students, employers and the wider community. Kia tupu, kia hua

Competency Specification

Education / training ESSENTIAL A relevant tertiary qualification, or equivalent experience PREFERRED/DESIRABLE CAT/CATE or similar tertiary qualification.

Experience ESSENTIAL Proven experience with Māori and Pasifika communities, in particular, youth and adult learners. Proven experience coordinating projects and/or events to completion Knowledgeable practitioner in adult learning philosophies. Experience in teaching literacy, numeracy and study skills with adult learners. PREFERRED/DESIRABLE At least three years work experience within the tertiary education sector.

Typical knowledge, skills and ESSENTIAL attributes Passion for student success. Practical knowledge of Tikanga Māori and cultural values relevant to Māori and Pasifika communities. Excellent research and project management skills. Competent with Microsoft Office Ability to conduct tutorials and workshops Able to exercise judgement in problem solving Innovative and keen to question the status quo and to adapt to changing circumstances. Demonstrated ability to complete tasks on time Commitment to developing independent learners Evidence of sensitivity to and respect for people with disabilities and all cultural and ethnic groups. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.

Flexibility to work both independently, and with others to resolve issues and meet agreed outcomes. PREFERRED/DESIRABLE Fluent in Te Reo Māori. Ability to translate and/or advise on assessments with tutors.