About Pasifikology
Pasifikology is a village of Pasifika psychologists, graduates, academics, and students. Our purpose is to promote, inform, educate, and nurture the practice of psychology for Pasifika people. This includes growing the Pasifika psychologist and academic workforce, sharing knowledge and information, and ensuring that psychology is relevant for Pasifika people in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Our vision is to be the heart that networks, supports, promotes and grows psychology for Pasifika, in every way, shape and form.
What we are looking for
Pasifikology is seeking one Pasifika student in Aotearoa New Zealand’s South Island who is studying postgraduate psychology to join the Pasifikology Executive as a Student Representative.
We are seeking a student who is dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of Pasifika students studying psychology. They should understand the support these students need, and be able to offer insights on how Pasifikology can meet those needs. We are looking for a Student Representative who possesses strong leadership qualities, has a vibrant student voice, and is actively engaged in networks of Pasifika psychology students.
Why be a Student Representative for Pasifikology?
Joining the Pasifikology Executive as a Student Representative offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on Pasifika students studying psychology. We also offer you a rare opportunity to work alongside Pasifika psychologists in various scopes such as Clinical, Educational, Health, Counselling and General Psychology. If psychology is a passion that you want to pursue and you are seeking practical work experience, you should apply!
Expectations / Responsibilities
The role as a Student Representative will be to advise on the support that students require through their various programmes, experiences, or issues as a psychology student. Pasifikology Student Representatives are expected to attend one-hour online meetings with the Pasifikology Executive each month. Student Representatives will be paid a sitting fee of $75 an hour for meetings.