Education Pathways Representative

• Full Time
• Application Closes 03 May 2024
• Bay of Plenty - Rotorua
• Educational, Vocational and School Counselor

Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

Join Toi Ohomai as an Education Pathways Advisor and play a pivotal role in our secondary school engagement strategy. Your role will encompass promoting all offerings at Toi Ohomai while guiding rangatahi (youth) through tertiary pathway options. You'll ensure Toi Ohomai adds significant value in secondary schools, NEET's (Not in Education, Employment, or Training), and community group spaces.  This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the educational journey of rangatahi and contribute to the growth and success of Toi Ohomai.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $73,772.63 and $86,732.50, dependent on skills and experience.

The Education Pathways Advisor is based in our Marketing, Engagement & Communication | Toi Ohomai reporting to the Events & Engagement Manager and will be responsible for: 

· Assist in the development and implementation of the Secondary school engagement strategy to promote Toi Ohomai's offerings and assist rangatahi in navigating tertiary pathways effectively.

· Increase participation and visibility of Toi Ohomai through targeted recruitment events.

· Tailor information and support services to meet the specific needs of secondary schools.

· Establish and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to enhance collaboration and support.

· Utilise innovative technology to optimise communication channels and engagement with prospective students and partners.

He kōrero mōu| About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

· Education sector experience, knowledge of NZQA standards and curriculum requirements is desirable.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in electronic marketing and communication techniques.

· Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to individuals from diverse backgrounds and educational levels.

· Proactive, vibrant, and enthusiastic demeanor, coupled with a strong customer orientation.

Understanding of tikanga Māori, demonstrating respect for cultural protocols and practices within the education sector.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not.

We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential.  

We want to see the real you in your application, and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.

For more information please view the Position Description below.

Mō Mātou | About us

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with regional campus locations in Tauranga, Rotorua, Whakatāne, Taupō & Tokoroa.

Toi Ohomai is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply 

As a responsible employer and education provider, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks; Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.

If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move then we encourage you to apply prior to Friday, 3 May.  We will be assessing all applications as we receive them and if we find that your application is one, we wish to discuss further with you, we may contact you before the closing date of this advertisement.