Kaiakiaki - Maori Engagement Adviser

Programme Facilitator * Join a values-led organisation doing mahi that matters! * Bring your strong communication and relationship building skills to a supportive team. * Permanent, full-time opportunity available on the East Coast. Mo te tunga | About the role Programme Facilitators support people in the care of Ara Poutama to understand and address the causes of their offending and assist them in creating crime-free futures. Using the principles of manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira, and whanau, Programme Facilitators deliver a range of clinically designed therapeutic rehabilitation programmes, either individually or with a co-facilitator. At Ara Poutama we work collaboratively to treat those in our care and management with respect to uphold mana and dignity. We appreciate diversity in our teams and welcome those from different backgrounds, cultures, education, and experience - we all share the ability to motivate and work alongside others, supporting them to make positive changes in their lives. You will need a Full New Zealand Driver's License and a legal right to work in Aotearoa without restriction for a minimum of 24 months. We are in the business of facilitating positive change, if that sounds like something you are interested in, please read on to learn about the requirements of this exciting role. Mou | About you We're looking for a new East Coast team member who can actively listen and understand the people in our care and are keen to help them gain insight into their problem behaviours. To undertake this role, you will need to be comfortable walking alongside people on their journey while consistently reflecting on your own practice. Life experience is important to us, along with an alignment to our values. You will also be able to demonstrate the following: * Excellent communication skills with a natural ability to engage and build relationships * Cultural understanding including working under a tikanga Maori framework * Resilience and flexibility - no two days will be the same * Self-awareness, insight, and wellbeing with a focus on strong work/life balance * Understanding of de-escalation and conflict resolution To support you in the role, you will need to have an understanding of individual and group behaviour evidenced by tertiary education in psychology, social work, counselling or other relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience within this or a similar related area. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience So, what does a good Programme Facilitator look like? These are some of the qualities that will make you stand out: * Ability to perceive behaviour through the lens of psychological concepts * An effective listener and communicator with the ability to build strong positive relationships with participants and other stakeholders * Knowledge of, and/or willingness to learn about Maori culture, protocols and peoples and the ability to apply kaupapa Maori practice in your work * Ideally have experience in delivering and facilitating therapeutic interventions, either individual or ideally, group therapy * Comfortable having your practice reviewed and receptive to receiving regular constructive feedback with the confidence/maturity to grow and develop from this * Report writing experience Nga painga | The benefits The full range (Level 1 - 5) is $69,965 - $88,546 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. Flexible working hours may be considered for successful applicants in this role. Mo matou | About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy. We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required. Tono inaianei | Apply Now To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered. When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work. Applications close on: Tuesday 2nd September 2025. If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact LNRRecruitmentSM@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.g

Programme Facilitator - Wellington Region Are you looking for a new start and fresh challenge? We are in the business of facilitating positive change, if that sounds like something you are interested in, please read on to learn about the requirements of this exciting role. "Ehara taku toa I te toa takitahi engari he toa takitini" - Maori proverb My strength is not the strength of my own, but the strength of many Mo te tunga | About the role Programme Facilitators support people work with the people within our two Wellington Prisons and our six Community Corrections sites to understand and address the causes of their offending and assist them in creating crime-free futures. They do this through delivering a range of clinically designed therapeutic programmes, either individually or in a group with a co-facilitator. Using the principles of manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira, and whanau, Programme Facilitators deliver a range of clinically designed therapeutic rehabilitation programmes. At Ara Poutama we work collaboratively to treat those in our care and management with respect to uphold mana and dignity. We appreciate the different skill set within our team who come from different backgrounds, cultures, education, and experience - they all share the ability to motivate and work alongside others to support them to make positive changes in their lives. Please note, this specific role will not be based in the Special Treatment Units although it is mentioned in the job description. We will be holding an Assessment Centre for this role on the week of 25th August 2025 at the Regional Administration Building, Freyburg Road extension, Trentham Upper Hutt- shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend in person. Start date for this position will be 13th October 2025 Mou | About you We're looking for people who can actively listen and understand the people in our care and are keen to help them gain insight into their harmful behaviours. To undertake this role, you will need to be comfortable walking alongside people on their journey while consistently reflecting on your own practice. Life experience is important to us, along with an alignment to our values you will also be able to demonstrate the following: * Excellent communication skills with a natural ability to engage and build relationships * Cultural understanding including working under a tikanga Maori framework * Resilience and flexibility - no two days will be the same * Self-insight, Wellbeing with a focus on a strong work/life balance * Understanding of de-escalation and conflict resolution * Have a current driver's license To support you in the role, it would be helpful, though NOT essential, for you to have an understanding of individual and group behaviour, and/or relevant tertiary education in psychology, social work, counselling or other relevant tertiary qualification along with demonstrated experience within this or a similar related area. You will need a Full New Zealand Driver's License and a legal right to work in New Zealand, without restriction, for a minimum of 12 months. Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience So, what does a good Programme Facilitator look like? These are some of the qualities that will make you stand out: * An effective listener and communicator with the ability to build strong positive relationships with participants and other stakeholders * Knowledge of, or are willing to learn about Maori culture, protocols and peoples and apply kaupapa Maori practice in your work * Ideally have experience in delivering and facilitating therapeutic interventions, either individual or, ideally, group therapy (not essential) * Comfortable having your practice reviewed and receptive to receiving regular constructive feedback with the confidence/maturity to grow and develop from this * Report writing experience Utu a-tau | Salary Salary starts at $69,120 with opportunities to progress. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. Ko wai matou | About us Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whanau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi (https://careers.corrections.govt.nz/strategy). Tono inaianei | Apply Now To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. Applications close on Sunday 17 August 2025 It is an exciting time to jo

We’re on the hunt for passionate, reliable, and people-loving piano and drum tutors to join our boutique music academy! About Us At Christchurch Music Academy, our motto is simple: Listen. Sing. Play. Read. FUN! We specialise in high-quality music tuition using a structured, internationally recognised curriculum — and we make life easy by handling all the admin, enrolments, and materials for you. The Role These part-time, in-person teaching roles focus on one-on-one lessons — mostly with school-aged children and teens. If you enjoy group work, there’s also the option to run small group classes. All curriculum and resources are provided — you bring the skill, energy, and personality! When We Need You Piano Tutor: Tuesday 3:30pm–6:30pm (top priority) One other weekday afternoon 3:30pm–6:30pm (negotiable) Saturday 10:00am–3:00pm Drum Tutor: Friday 3:30pm–6:30pm (top priority) Saturday 12:00pm–3:00pm Additional hours may be available — let’s chat about what works for you. Who We’re Looking For We care less about how many diplomas you have and more about your ability to connect with students and make learning music fun, inspiring, and achievable. You’ll need: A warm, approachable personality Confident skills on your instrument — enough to teach independently Ability to read music/drum notation and explain basic theory Experience or genuine interest in working with children & teens Reliability and great communication with students & families Some teaching, tutoring, or music education experience (preferred but not essential) Whether you’re studying music, teaching, performing — or looking to grow your teaching hours in a supportive environment — this role could be a perfect fit. Sound like you? Come join a fun, professional team that’s passionate about making music education a joy. Send us your C.V and Cover Letter today!

From interest to enrolment — lead the strategy that makes it happen! Are you passionate about enhancing the international student experience and delivering impactful results? Massey University is seeking a dynamic and strategic Manager, International Operations and Conversion to join our Office of Global Engagement. In this pivotal role, you will lead innovative, data-informed initiatives to strengthen the international student application journey and drive enrolment outcomes. You’ll be responsible for developing and implementing targeted conversion strategies, managing recruitment communications and support services, and working collaboratively with academic and professional teams to remove barriers across the applicant-to-enrolment pipeline. With a strong focus on data-driven decision-making, team leadership, and contract management, this role ensures streamlined, student-centred operations that contribute to the University’s international recruitment and mobility objectives. This is a full time (37.5hrs) role and appointment will be commensurate of skills and experience within the $110 - $125K range.  The preferred location is at either our Albany, Auckland or Palmerston North campus.  Why Massey? At Massey University, we are committed to global engagement and delivering a world-class education to students from around the world. As part of our ambitious international recruitment strategy, we’re investing in people who can make a difference and bring bold ideas to life. What You’ll Do Design and implement impactful campaigns, events, and communications that support international applicants from interest to enrolment. Collaborate across academic, marketing, and admissions teams to ensure a seamless, student-first application journey. Lead and mentor a high-performing team of recruitment and conversion specialists. Use analytics and data insights to evaluate conversion performance and continuously refine strategy. Oversee recruitment agent agreements, international mobility contracts (including Erasmus+), and other key partnerships. Contribute to operational and financial management of scholarships, commissions, and team budgets. What You’ll Bring A Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, education, or a related field. 5–7 years of experience in student recruitment, marketing, admissions, or related tertiary operations. Proven track record in developing and executing successful student conversion strategies. Strong leadership and team management skills. Advanced proficiency in CRM systems and data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI). Outstanding communication skills and cultural competence in working with diverse global audiences. What We Offer The opportunity to shape and grow a critical function within a globally focused university. A supportive, collaborative work environment that values innovation and impact. Professional development and leadership opportunities. Hybrid work arrangements and campus location options. Ready to Lead Change in Global Recruitment? Apply now and help us drive meaningful international growth through strategic student conversion.

Shape the future of global education. Represent Massey University on the world stage by leading International Mobility and Regional Student Recruitment initiatives across the Americas and Europe. We are seeking a dynamic Regional Manager to help drive the University’s internationalisation strategy through effective student recruitment, mobility programme management, and partnership development. About the Role This role leads regional marketing and recruitment activities across designated territories, with a focus on inbound full-degree, study abroad, and outbound mobility initiatives. As the University’s subject matter expert on international student mobility, you will manage both inbound and outbound programmes, cultivate strategic global partnerships, and champion global citizenship opportunities across all three campuses. You will also play a central role in developing and executing regional full-degree recruitment and marketing strategies, leading agent engagement, and enhancing student conversion outcomes. From hosting international delegations to representing Massey at key global events, you will be instrumental in strengthening the University’s global footprint and student experience. The salary band for this position is $80,984 - $113,805 based on skills and experience with preferred location on either our Palmerston North or Albany, Auckland Campus.   What You’ll Do With a strong focus on International Mobility, Student Recruitment and Relationship Management, you will: Represent Massey University at key international and domestic recruitment events and activities. Lead and implement International Mobility, Marketing and Recruitment initiatives within your assigned region. Build and nurture strategic relationships with external stakeholders across your region. Support conversion and retention teams by promoting best practices and delivering training where needed. Collaborate with internal teams in developing and executing successful student conversion strategies. Identify opportunities for business development, partnerships, and articulation agreements. Maintain a deep understanding of international market conditions, competitor activity, and emerging trends. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (i.e. International Education, Marketing, Business). Proven experience in International Mobility programme management, and/or International student recruitment. Strategic thinking and the ability to execute plans in a complex, fast-paced environment Strong understanding of regional education markets, including experience managing in-country activities. Good understanding of global education systems and partnership development. Excellent interpersonal, intercultural, and stakeholder engagement skills. Outstanding communication skills and cultural competence in working with diverse global audiences. The employment setting will involve work with people across the lifespan and applicants will be required to comply with the requirements of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and the Vulnerable Children (Requirements for Safety Checks of Children’s Workers) Regulations 2015. Ready to Lead Change in Global Recruitment? Apply now and help us drive meaningful international growth through strategic Student Recruitment and successful International Mobility initiatives.

Shape the future of global education. Represent Massey University on the world stage by leading our Regional Student Recruitment efforts. We’re seeking a dynamic and strategic Regional Manager to lead international marketing and student recruitment across a key global region. This is your opportunity to be the “face” of Massey University in international markets—connecting students to life-changing opportunities and helping Massey meet its global growth ambitions. About the Role As Regional Manager, you will lead student recruitment and conversion activities within your assigned region. You will develop and implement tailored, multichannel recruitment strategies in collaboration with the Office of Global Engagement, Massey’s five Colleges, and key stakeholders across the University. You will also lead agent engagement and enhance student conversion outcomes. From hosting international delegations to representing Massey at key global events, you will be instrumental in strengthening the University’s global footprint and student experience. The salary band for this position is $80,984 - $113,805 based on skills and experience with preferred location on either our Palmerston North or Albany, Auckland Campus.   What You’ll Do With a strong focus on student recruitment and relationship management, you will: Represent Massey University at key international and domestic recruitment events and activities within your assigned region. Lead and implement marketing and recruitment initiatives. Support both on-campus and online programme recruitment, with a strong emphasis on student conversion. Build and nurture strategic relationships with agents and external stakeholders. Identify opportunities for business development, partnerships, and articulation agreements. Maintain a deep understanding of international market conditions, competitor activity, and emerging trends. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (i.e. International Education, Marketing, Business). Proven experience in international student recruitment, marketing, or international education. Strategic thinking and the ability to execute plans in a complex, fast-paced environment Strong understanding of regional education markets, including experience managing in-country activities.  Familiarity with student pathways, conversion tactics, and CRM systems is highly desirable.  Fluency in English and Mandarin is essential; proficiency in additional languages is an advantage.  Willingness to travel internationally and work across multiple time zones as needed.  Outstanding communication skills and cultural competence in working with diverse global audiences. The employment setting will involve work with people across the lifespan and applicants will be required to comply with the requirements of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and the Vulnerable Children (Requirements for Safety Checks of Children’s Workers) Regulations 2015.  Ready to make your mark on the global stage? Apply now and help us drive meaningful international growth.