Writer in Residence at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

60000.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Creative Writing, Literary Activity, Drama Writing, Fiction Writing, Poetry, Biography Writing, History Writing, Cultural Engagement

Industry

Higher Education

Description

* Do you write in any area of literacy activity? * Are you a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident? * Have you got interest in taking part in the cultural life of the University? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington invites applications for Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington/Creative New Zealand Writer in Residence 2027. Writers in all areas of literary activity, including drama, fiction and poetry, New Zealand art, biography, history, music, society and culture, are eligible to apply. Please note: Film and television scriptwriting projects are not eligible. Ō pūmanawa - About you Applicants should be writers of proven merit and must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident. The Writer will have use of an office at the Pūtahi Tuhi Auaha o Te Ao - International Institute of Modern Letters (IIML). While there are no formal duties attached to the position, it is expected that the Writer will take part in the cultural life of the University. The appointment will be for twelve months from 1 February 2027 to 31 January 2028 with a salary of $60,000. Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details. [https://vuw.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/VacancyRoleDescriptions/IQD0NWIoIAEERqwFiM7mxBLIAbTj220PxbTp5BA5nMqJCQ4?e=FmMi2c&download=1] If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University career's page. Close date for vacancy: 30 September 2026. Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please email modernletters@vuw.ac.nz. How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/about] is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/about/working-here/employment-information] of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/about/governance/strategic-plan] and learn more about our research expertise [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/research/strengths/faculty]. Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team Discover Te Pūtahi Tuhi Auaha o Te Ao - International Institute of Modern Letters [https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/modernletters], a vibrant hub for creative minds! Explore a world where your literary talents are nurtured and celebrated. Engage with dynamic writing programs, connect with fellow wordsmiths, and contribute to a legacy of literary excellence. Embrace this chance to shape the future of storytelling within an esteemed community.

Responsibilities

The Writer in Residence will focus on their own literary projects within various areas of literacy activity. They are also expected to participate in the cultural life of the University.