Cohort Relationship Coordinator - Maori (Waikato Based) - 11 Month Fixed Term

Cohort Relationship Coordinator – Maori (Waikato Based) – 11 month fixed term

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The opportunity

This is a meaningful and community-focused role based in the Waikato region where you'll be part of a nationally significant research initiative—Growing Up in New Zealand, the country's largest longitudinal study of children.

As a Cohort Relationship Coordinator – Maori, you'll be instrumental in maintaining strong, culturally respectful relationships with Maori families in the study cohort.

You'll work within a passionate and collaborative team to ensure participants feel valued, informed, and supported throughout their involvement in the study.

Your work will involve direct engagement through phone calls, face-to-face visits, and community outreach, helping to gather high-quality data that informs policy and improves outcomes for Maori children and families.

This role offers a unique blend of research support and community engagement.

You'll have the opportunity to contribute to equity-focused research and strengthen connections with Maori communities.

Please note : This role requires flexibility to work evenings (up to 7pm) and availability on weekends, as participant engagement activities may occur outside standard business hours.

This is a full time, fixed term (11 month) position.

The salary range for this role is $62,400 – $73,000 depending on skills and experience.

About you | Our ideal candidate

We're looking for someone that has an in-depth understanding of Maori culture with strong connections to this community.

You'll be passionate about working with Maori communities and have well-developed communication and coordination skills.

You'll be confident working independently and collaboratively, with a proactive and empathetic approach.

Essential

Relevant qualification or equivalent experience

Full, clean NZ driver's licence

High cultural awareness and sensitivity when engaging with Maori families

Experience using CRM systems and managing data

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred

Previous experience working with Maori families and youthExperience in community engagement or large-scale studies

What we offer

Five weeks' annual leave per annum.

Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.

Additional parental leave payments and discounted onsite childcare, parking, and various leisure and recreation services.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 5 December

• to be considered.

Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Karleen Edmonds via

Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found.

Additional Information

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 Maori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatapu, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to

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