Language Planning Advisor

Language Planning Advisor at Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand, New Zealand

Position Summary

The Language Planning Advisor position at Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori is a full-time role based in Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand, New Zealand. The advisor will play a crucial part in the mission to make te reo Māori visible, valued, and voiced within New Zealand society.

Your Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of language planning policies and strategies that support the official status of te reo Māori.
• Promote te reo Māori as an ordinary means of communication in various sectors, including education, government, and community organizations.
• Lead initiatives for the revitalization and maintenance of te reo Māori as a living language, ensuring its ongoing use and relevance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to coordinate efforts towards achieving the goals of Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in language planning or related fields, particularly within the context of te reo Māori.
• A deep understanding and appreciation for the cultural significance and importance of te reo Māori.
• Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to develop effective strategies and policies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also demonstrating initiative and independence.

About Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori

Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori is committed to giving effect to the status of te reo Māori as an official language, promoting it as a means of communication and as a living language. The organization leads in coordinating initiatives that support the revitalization and maintenance of te reo Māori.

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