Mātanga Matua Kimi Tangata (Māori)/Senior Recruitment Consultant (Māori)

Job Description:

Ka pū te ruha, ka hao te rangatahi - when the old net is cast aside, the new net goes fishing

• Source exceptional talent and support AUT's recruitment Te Tiriti journey
• Join our internal recruitment team and make a huge impact
• Permanent, full-time position based at AUT's City Campus

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centred on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works, driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5 stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.

AUT recognises the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

People and Culture is a strategic enabler of AUT’s mission, partnering across the University to build a high-performing, inclusive and future-focused workforce. We lift organisational performance through workforce strategy, strong leadership practices and a people experience that helps AUT’s strategy land. Guided by our People Plan, we build future capability by enabling people to thrive, strengthening belonging, and bringing our culture and values to life in everything we do.

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

The University's leadership is genuine in its commitment to Te Tiriti and Tiriti honouring action. People and Culture are working together to embed and enact Te Aronui (AUT's Te Tiriti Framework) in all our activities, and in the workforce priorities of Te Kete (AUT's new strategy to 2030).

We are looking for a Mātanga Matua Kimi Tangata (Māori)/Senior Recruitment Consultant (Māori) to join our hard-working and successful internal recruitment team.

Key focus areas include:

• Partnering with AUT managers to provide exceptional end-to-end recruitment support, with particular focus on the recruitment of Māori staff.
• Providing support for embedding Te Aronui in AUT's recruitment processes and systems. Reviewing existing recruitment procedures and, where necessary, recommending, developing and helping embed new policy and practice to enable a mana-enhancing recruitment experience for tangata whenua.
• Helping position AUT as the University of choice for Māori talent in the tertiary education sector. Growing and nurturing channels and methods for attracting Kaimahi Māori to AUT.
• Building cultural capability within the recruitment team.

This position reports to the Senior Manager Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Partnering, whilst also having a 'dotted' line to People & Culture's Kaiurungi.

About you | Ko wai koe

We're looking for a passionate and seasoned recruiter who loves tracking down candidates with hard-to-find skill sets. You are a great relationship builder who can deal with changing requirements and thrive on partnering with hiring managers and meeting their needs.

You will bring your Te ao Māori lived experience and working knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and be naturally able to create 'safe spaces' for our team and hiring managers to explore, learn, make mistakes and ask questions as staff embark on their Te Tiriti journeys. You will have a strong respect for others coupled with an open and engaging attitude that is flexible to changing requirements. A resolute, robust and positive attitude is essential.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Five years of professional recruitment experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes for mid to senior level roles in complex organisations, and proactively searching and engaging passive talent (including Kaimahi Māori)
• Cultural expertise, including Te ao Māori lived experience, a working knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ideally a proficiency in te reo Māori
• Recognises the importance of whakawhanaungatanga, trust and kaupapa alignment when engaging with Māori candidates and networks
• Experience and understanding of equity and diversity issues in New Zealand, especially in relation to Māori staff
• Experience of working with Māori stakeholders - mana whenua, iwi, enterprises or community groups
• A successful track record of successfully building trusting relationships with senior leaders during recruitment processes
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey (https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/maori/auts-commitment-to-Te-Tiriti-o-Waitangi)

As a professional member of staff at AUT, you’ll help keep us moving forward. From improving our services and streamlining our systems to supporting the experiences of students and staff across our campuses. By working collaboratively, solving problems and driving practical improvements, you’ll play a vital role in helping us operate smoothly, raise our profile, and evolve what we do every day.

You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly desirable.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your role and career. We offer:

• Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports belonging.
• Recognition frameworks that reflect your contribution and how you live our values.
• The tools and trust to make a meaningful difference every day.
• Māori and Pacific development programmes that strengthen our shared purpose.
• Cultural capability uplift development programmes for all staff
• Professional development and funded study pathways to keep you moving forward
• Free gym membership

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your CV, please ensure to submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criterialisted above.

Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Start Date: ASAP (to be agreed with the successful candidate)
• For further information: please send us an enquiry here or call 09 921 9499.

Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 27th April at 10.30 pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 95263

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week

*At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.*

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.