Rate My Professor Clara-Ann Paul

Clara-Ann Paul holds the position of Kaiwhakahaere Tari, translating to Office Manager, and serves as the Administrator Māori within the Department of Māori/Indigenous Health Innovation (MIHI) at the University of Otago's Christchurch campus. This department is situated within the Division of Health Sciences and is committed to advancing Māori and Indigenous health through innovative research, comprehensive teaching programs, and dedicated community service initiatives. Clara-Ann Paul's responsibilities encompass the management of all financial operations, human resources administration, and the implementation and oversight of the Māori Strategic Framework for MIHI. Her role is pivotal in supporting the department's core activities, ensuring operational efficiency and cultural alignment in all administrative functions.

Throughout her tenure, Clara-Ann Paul has been a key contact person for Māori and Indigenous student support services at the University of Otago Christchurch. She facilitates access to cultural resources such as the UOC Kaumatua Rangihau Te Moana and provides guidance on Māori language and tikanga development opportunities. Her contact information is prominently featured in essential university resources, including the Faculty of Medicine Student Support Hub, the Trainee Intern Handbook, the Advanced Learning in Medicine Fourth and Fifth Year Handbook, and various issues of the Hauora Manawa newsletter series from 2011 to 2013. These publications highlight her role in supporting medical students and staff in Hauora Māori matters. In recognition of her contributions, Clara-Ann Paul was included in the 'Stars of Matariki' team at the University of Otago Christchurch Staff Value Awards in June 2025. The award celebrated the team's annual commitment to social impact through the use of Social Impact Leave to make a positive difference in the community. Earlier, in 2010, she participated in events organized by the Leaders in Indigenous Medical Education (LIME) Network, as documented in their newsletter where she appears in a group photo with colleagues from the University of Otago Christchurch.