Kaiwhakarite - Degree & Post Graduate Programmes - Kaitiakitanga

Mō mātou | About us

As a proudly kaupapa Māori 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 Southern Cross health insurance and life insurance.
• 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 for non-rostered positions and work-from-home options for positions that can be performed away from the office.
• Free car parking at our main campuses.

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

We are currently seeking a Kaiwhakarite (Administrator) on a permanent, part-time (24.75 hours per week) basis based in Māngere.

The Kaiwhakarite will provide high quality and comprehensive administrative support and technical assistance to the manager, and Kaitiakitanga - Post Gradate Diploma in Bicultural Professional Supervision programme. You will work with kaiako and kaimahi across the wāhanga to support the delivery of a world class Post Graduate programme.  In particular the role will support the Manager – Kaitiakitanga, who is also based in Māngere.  There will also be an expectation that the role will support other programmes and teams across the wāhanga as needed when workflow requires this.  

Mōu | About you

This position would suit someone who has proficient administrative and coordination skills and has worked in the tertiary education sector. You’ll bring to the role an ability to write and communicate well. You will be a strong relationship builder with a communication style and approach that enables you to establish rapport and credibility quickly.  You might have experience or be interested in building your skills in event management, podcasting, and other forms of dissemination. 

You will bring with you:

• A diploma in Business Administration or Computing Level 5 (or similar)
• 5 years’ administration experience at a senior level
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite of applications (ie. Outllook, Teams, Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Excellent verbal and oral communication skills.
• Excellent relationship management skills.

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.

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: $52,867 - $70,490. Remuneration will reflect qualifications, skills and experience for the position.

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

Please note that we are closed during the Christmas/New Year period and we will be able to respond to your application after 15 January 2026.