Lecturer - Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi is a vibrant tertiary education institution offering programmes from certificate to doctoral level across a range of disciplines.

We are seeking a full-time Lecturer to deliver the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori programme. The programme is delivered through a blended model that includes online learning, face-to-face wānanga and noho. Teaching includes twice-weekly scheduled online classes and seven weekend wānanga noho from Friday to Sunday, with three noho delivered onsite at our Whakatāne campus and four delivered online.

Applicants must have:

·         A minimum of a master’s degree relevant to Mātauranga Māori.

·         A teaching qualification; an adult teaching qualification is preferred.

·         Previous tertiary teaching experience, including teaching up to level 7.

·         Experience delivering prescribed courses and programmes, particularly in Tikanga, Tū Marae, Tirohanga Rangahau, Te Ao Māori, Whakapapa, Maramataka and Hautūtanga.

·         Relevant Mātauranga Māori practitioner experience in a marae context.

·         Proven research experience, including research underpinned by Mātauranga Māori.

·         Knowledge of Tikanga Māori and its application in Mātauranga Māori settings, including marae.

·         Fluency in te reo Māori, or advanced te reo Māori competency, with the ability to deliver in both English and Māori.

·         Established networks with relevant marae, hapū, iwi and community groups.

We offer a supportive working environment where ongoing professional development and research contribution are valued and encouraged.