Kaitūhono Rangahau Māori – Māori Research Engagement Advisor

Overview

Te Wānanga Aronui o Tāmaki Makau Rau | Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a university of opportunity where all students with talent and potential have the chance to succeed. We are a socially driven university with equity and excellence central to our purpose and actions, and we offer a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business, and industry.

We have a vacancy for a Research Advisor, Māori Engagement. This role is critical in embedding Māori aspirations, interests, and Mātauranga Māori at the heart of AUT research. Supporting the Research Engagement Manager Māori, you will be helping AUT researchers to engage meaningfully with te Ao Māori to enable informed and impactful research. You will also be supporting the development of Māori research, including promoting kaupapa Māori research methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Guiding researchers to engage with te ao Māori and embed Māori aspirations and worldviews within external research relationships and research funding proposals.
• Supporting Māori researchers to secure and manage external research funding
• Strengthening relationships with Māori stakeholders, Iwi, organisations, end-users, and communities.
• Mentoring AUT Research Office staff to strengthen Māori responsiveness.

About you

We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of the research space who demonstrates a healthy level of self-confidence and patience. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the Vision Mātauranga policy and the ability to connect with people wherever they are on their journey, showing empathy and respect for different perspectives and experiences.

You Will Bring

Ngā Huanga | Benefits

At AUT, we offer a genuine work-life balance with flexible working arrangements. Free gym membership. Continuous professional development and career growth opportunities. If you\'re ready to take on a role in a strategic mana-enhancing environment and contribute to a university making a real impact, we\'d love to hear from you.

Reference : 93409

Closing date : 20th November 2025, 11 : 59 pm

Additional information

At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send an enquiry here or call . We do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.

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