Resource Facilitator - Librarian

About us

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is New Zealand’s second largest tertiary institution and the world’s largest indigenous tertiary educator, and we’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for nearly 40 years.  Our vision of ‘Whānau transformation through education’ drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values. 

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.  In return for their contribution, we offer kaimahi a range of benefits including:

• Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
• Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the Christmas/New Year season.
• Special leave available for sporting or cultural events.
• Tau Ora programmes that encourage wellbeing and inclusion.
• Free car parking.

About the role

We are seeking a Resource Facilitator Librarian on a permanent part time (18.75 hours per week) basis based in Rotorua.

You will play a key part in enhancing library services throughout the Takiwā, with a special emphasis on boosting engagement with digital platforms through tailored workshops and virtual interactions. You will ensure that our self-service libraries remain well-equipped and organised, while also providing invaluable support to students and classes through meticulously planned workshops and training sessions.

If you are passionate about promoting literacy and digital inclusion, we want you on our team! Apply now to be a part of this exciting opportunity.

About you

You will bring with you the following:

• Degree in Library and Information Management or equivalent.
• Certificate in Adult Teaching.
• Full NZ Driver’s License (Class 1).
• 2+ years professional library experience.
• 2+ years’ experience using electronic databases.
• 2+ years’ experience in training or teaching groups and individuals.

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

Apply today!

Have we outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals?  Applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist, so apply now.

We are currently closed for the Christmas/New Year period. All applicants will be reviewed when we return to mahi from 20 January 2025 onwards. 

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