Research Officer - Moanaroa Pacific Research Network

Moanaroa Pacific Research Network

AUT City and/or South Campus

Are you a highly motivated postgraduate student with an eye for detail? Do you have a heartfelt commitment to Pacific research, scholarship and community engagement? We are seeking an enthusiastic Research Officer to join our dynamic team at the Moanaroa Pacific Research Network.

Moanaroa is dedicated to realising Pacific research aspirations that centre Indigenous Pacific knowledge systems, research methodologies and practices shaped with and of direct benefit to Pacific communities in Aotearoa and across the wider Moana region. Through collaboration on research development and outputs/outcomes, professional development, public research events, workshops, and advocacy, Moanaroa contributes to the dynamic and crucial field of Pacific research, shaping an enduring legacy of AUT Pacific research for generations to come.

In this fixed-term 6 month 0.5 FTE position, you will play a critical role in role in realising the aspirations of the Moanaroa governance group and members through collaboratively shaping and coordinating the delivery of Moanaroa initiatives. This work includes but is not limited to the development and implementation of:

• AUT's Pacific Research Guidelines and protocols;
• the Moanaroa seminar series: a programme of online/in person events which showcase Pacific research;
• Pacific researchers writing retreats;
• PBRF portfolio workshops;
• Pacific Research Symposium as part of AUT Research Week;
• AUT Moanaroa Pacific Research open access journal (biannual publication), including special edition featuring AUT Pacific postgraduate research;
• initiatives to grow Moanaroa membership through promotion of the Networks activating, utilising AUT channels;
• evaluation plan and processes to understand and track the effectiveness of Moanaroa initiatives; and
• biannual milestone reports on the activities of Moanroa for AUT leadership.

An ideal candidate would have established relationships with Pacific communities and knowledge of Pacific values and ways of knowing and being, experience coordinating projects, and have excellent organisational abilities and communication skills. Previous experience in Pacific research is a plus.

This role can be based at AUT City and/or South Campus. If you're ready to develop your research skills and be part of a high-performing, supportive team, we encourage you to apply.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $92,000 pro rata (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience)

Ref : 87453

Closing Date : 04 February 2024 at 11:55pm 

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week