Residential Tuākana

Otago Polytechnic • Dunedin, Otago • Posted July 11, 2026

Position Overview

Mō te tūraka mahi | About the role 


We are looking to appoint community minded, self-managing and resilient people with the special responsibility of Residential Tuākana in Te Pā Tauira, Otago Polytechnic’s Student Village. As a Residential Tuākana you will be a leader within our student community by:

  • providing pastoral support to first year tertiary students
  • creating, organising and running events for the community
  • monitoring and informing senior staff about community developments
  • undertaking general administration and reporting tasks.

    • He aha ta matou e tuku | What we offer 

  • Modern en-suite room onsite (building opened in 2018)
  • Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a diverse community environment 
  • Professional development opportunities in the pastoral care and wellbeing space 
  • Monthly professional supervision 
  • A supportive team environment
  • A ...