Content Creator - Maori and Pacific

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for a Casual Content Creator to join our Māori and Pacific team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating engaging digital content to connect with Māori and Pacific students, including posts, graphics, and short-form videos, to promote the services within the Māori and Pacific Careers team!  This includes: The Māori and Pacific employability programme, Te Haerenga, employer events, and student experiences. You’ll bring a strong digital presence, with the ability to connect with diverse student audiences across multiple platforms.

You will also be involved in:

• Creating content using University branding to promote employer-hosted events by the Māori and Pacific (M&P) team.
• Providing a professional marketing strategy in collaboration with partnering organisations for the Semester Two Student Reward & Recognition initiatives.
• Collaborating with M&P student associations and networks to align and amplify content, especially during Pacific Language Weeks and other key cultural events.
• Capturing student success stories through interviews and short videos for use on social media, the Te Haerenga website, and presentations.
• Developing culturally aligned content that reflects the values of the University, Māori, and Pacific communities.
• Managing an annual content calendar aligned with key M&P delivery dates and milestones.

This casual position would ideally suit a current student in the middle or final year of studies, or a recent graduate looking for extra hours. The role offers a flexible and dynamic opportunity to make a real impact in a vibrant, values-based environment.

The hourly rate for this role is $27.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You will be creative, connected, and confident across digital platforms. Our ideal candidate will have:

• Experience or a strong portfolio of content creation from previous roles, side projects, or voluntary work.
• Currently studying towards a degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field.
• Passion for supporting Māori and Pacific student success and engagement.
• Strong skills in social media management, photography, and/or video editing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong networks within the University community.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date 23/06/2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Pepe Afeaki - [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note that we are happy to answer your questions but do not accept applications by email.

Equity

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 Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz