Kaiwhakarite (Ako)

Mō mātau (About us)

As a proudly indigenous tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace and a great range of benefits to support their wellbeing and that of their whānau:

• Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
• Four extra leave days each year to celebrate Matariki and Christmas, plus special leave available for those involved in cultural or sporting events.
• Flexible work hours and work-from-home options for some roles.
• Free car parking at our main campuses.

Mō tēnei mahi (About this job)

Are you an organised, people-focused administrator who thrives in a kaupapa Māori environment? Do you enjoy supporting others to succeed, bringing calm, clarity and quality to busy teams? If this sounds like you, we’d love to kōrero.

We are looking for a Kaiwhakarite Ako, to provide exceptional administrative support to our Whare Reo in the Ako Takiwā team. This role is at the heart of our mahi—helping our kaiako and Takiwā leaders deliver outstanding learning experiences for our tauira.

As our Kaiwhakarite Ako, you’ll be the go-to person who keeps things flowing smoothly. Your days will be varied and meaningful, including:

• Coordinating hui, preparing agendas, and capturing accurate minutes
• Supporting academic and delivery planning
• Managing documentation for Contracted Kaiako
• Coordinating events across the takiwā and campus
• Communicating with internal and external stakeholders
• Keeping processes tidy, timely, and aligned with best practice

You’ll be part of a supportive team that values manaakitanga, professionalism and collaboration.

Mōu (About you)

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Proficient in Te Reo Māori - conversational and written
• A confident administrator with at least 2 years’ experience
• Tech-savvy, especially with MS Office and digital tools
• Detail-focused, organised and great at multitasking
• Warm and approachable, building strong relationships with ease
  
• Committed to growing their Te Reo Māori me ōna tikanga

• Participates comfortably in cultural activities such as pōwhiri, karakia and waiata

Your ability to embrace and live our values — Ngā Uara and Te Kaupapa Matua — is essential.

Kua whati te tai, tono mai! | Apply today!

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today as applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist.

Salary Range: $51,120 - $64,574.

A position description is available on our career’s website.  For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz