Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Here at The University of Auckland, we're dedicated to fostering an environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are not just buzzwords but integral values shaping our community. Our Human Resources team plays a pivotal role in ensuring that our commitment to being a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace is upheld. 

As the DEI Communications Adviser, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our communication strategy to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the University. Your role will involve crafting compelling narratives, managing content, and engaging with stakeholders to amplify our DEI initiatives and ensure that our staff are informed, included, and empowered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Communication: Develop an annual Staff DEI communications plan to identify priorities and opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to distribute messages effectively for various DEI issues, awareness days, and campaigns.
• Content Development: Research, write, and edit engaging DEI-related staff stories for our intranet and website. Maintain webpage content and review FAQs to keep staff informed. Ensure all content is on-brand, consistent, and optimized for search.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal stakeholders to develop creative communication solutions supporting new initiatives and service improvements. Actively participate in networks and build relationships with DEI Staff Networks to enhance their visibility and impact.
• Valuing DEI: Promoting DEI: Understand and promote DEI lens aligned with te Tiriti o Waitangi principles. Investigate strategies to promote and disseminate DEI-related content and contribute to DEI workstream initiatives.  Share responsibility towards supporting a safe, inclusive and equitable workplace.

This is a part time 0.5 FTE role 

BAND : G ($80,900 - $109,400) pro rata 0.5 FTE

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

• Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in public relations, communications, DEI management, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum of three to five years in digital writing, editing, and publishing, with previous work in public relations/communications/DEI management. Basic understanding of tikanga Māori and te reo Māori preferred.
• Skills and Knowledge: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to adhere to style guides. Proficiency in web content publishing and MS Office. Familiarity with CMS and Adobe Suite preferred.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

If you're passionate about driving meaningful change through effective communication and want to be part of a diverse and inclusive community, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and qualifications outlined above. This role closes on the 15th March 2024.

If you have any questions about this role, please get in touch with Melissa Karl, Recruitment Manager for a confidential discussion.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz