Waipapa Taumata Rau – The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, with research revenue exceeding $300 million annually. Home to more than 45,000 students and 5,400 staff, we are a vibrant, diverse, and globally connected institution.

Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga is hosted by the University and brings together 21 partner entities, conducting research of relevance to Māori communities. We are guided by the values of Rangatiratanga, Kaitiakitanga, Manaakitanga, and Whanaungatanga.

Te Whiwhinga Mahi | The Opportunity

We are seeking a collaborative and proactive Pouhere Rangahau | Research Theme Manager to join Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga (NPM) – Aotearoa New Zealand’s Māori Centre of Research Excellence. This is a full-time role, based in a uniquely kaupapa Māori environment at Waipapa Marae, within the Faculty of Arts and Education.

NPM is the only Māori Centre of Research Excellence, and we are proud of our distinctive, impactful research that supports flourishing Māori futures. In this role, you’ll connect our researchers across the country and the world, fostering collaboration across public research organisations, universities, and Indigenous communities. You’ll help advance our kaupapa by identifying new research, funding, and investment opportunities, supporting the next generation of Māori researchers, and building capacity within our networks.

This is a rewarding role that enables you to apply your skills in project and contract management, whanaungatanga, and relationship-building to elevate Indigenous research and contribute to long-term positive change.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), fixed term opportunity (approx 30 months).

The remuneration range is $88,000 - $95,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. 

For more information about this role, please refer to the Position Description. 

He Kōrero Mōu | About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring strong organisational and relational skills, and an alignment with our values and vision. Ideally, you will have:

• Proven ability to plan, prioritise and manage complex workflows to meet tight deadlines

• Strong administrative and research coordination skills, including managing office operations, supporting contract and project delivery, and streamlining processes across a range of research activities

• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills

• High level of proficiency in te reo Māori, both written and spoken, and confidence working in tikanga Māori environments

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and identifying new opportunities for funding and collaboration

• Comfort working in a dynamic, changing environment with competing priorities

Experience in the New Zealand research sector or knowledge of research funding environments is desirable but not essential

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Sunday 25th May 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above. 

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Marie-Chanel Berghan, Pouhere Matua – Operations Manager, at [email protected].

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