Students and Global Engagement

Auckland, Manawatū, or Wellington.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to support diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that enhance the student experience at Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University. This role works across a wide range of student communities, with a particular focus on rainbow, takatāpui, and disabled ākonga. The coordinator will apply a DEI lens to the student journey and collaborate with key stakeholders to develop initiatives that foster belonging and success. A Te Tiriti-centred approach is essential, recognising the importance of whanaungatanga and manaakitanga in advancing student inclusion.

Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi - Job details

We are offering a permanent, part-time 0.8FTE (30 hours) position based at any of Massey's three campuses - Auckland, Manawatū, or Wellington.

The salary band for this position is $56,622 - $80,006 (2024), based on skills and experience.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi - About this role

The Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator will:

develop and support DEI-focused initiatives that enhance student inclusion and belonging
work collaboratively with rainbow, takatāpui, and disabled communities to co-design engagement opportunities
provide advice and administrative support for DEI advisory groups and student representation networks
assist in the planning and delivery of inclusive orientation experiences
support awareness, training, and communication efforts that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across student communities
build relationships with diverse communities and services to ensure intersectional approaches to inclusion.

Ko koe tēnei - About you

We are looking for someone who has:

experience working with diverse student communities, particularly rainbow, takatāpui, and disabled groups
a strong understanding of DEI principles and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, with the ability to apply them in student inclusion
excellent facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills
experience in coordinating projects and student-led initiatives
an undergraduate qualification (preferred in a relevant field such as social sciences, community development, or education)
experience in event coordination, communications, and/or graphic design (desirable)
experience working within a tertiary education setting (desirable)
proficiency in te reo Māori and knowledge of tikanga Māori (desirable).

Additional information

For enquiries, please contact Paul Fenton, Associate Director, Student Achievement at: p.fenton@massey.ac.nz

Closing date: 13 April 2025, 11.30pm

Reference number: SGE_SE_345_03/25

For further information and to apply online, visit: http://masseyunicareers.nga.net.nz

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