Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington, is currently seeking an Emerging Māori Writer in Residence for three months in the first half of 2021.
This is an exciting new opportunity for emerging Māori Writers in Aotearoa.
Applications are invited from Māori writers in all areas of literary activity, including drama, fiction and poetry (page and performance), devised performance, creative non-fiction, graphic novels, etc. Projects may be written in English or te reo Māori.
Spend three months working on your latest project with backing from Victoria University of Wellington’s renowned creative writing school and Creative New Zealand.
There is a writer’s stipend of $15,000, a space to write and creative support.
Close Date for Vacancy: 30 October 2020
Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Katie Hardwick-Smith at 04 463 6854 or modernletters@vuw.ac.nz But applicants should follow all steps listed below. – The application documentation required is listed on the Role Description.
About Us
Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington is New Zealand’s globally ranked capital city university, focused on engaging with Wellington, New Zealand, and the Asia-Pacific region and connecting with the world. The University values the expertise of its professional staff in supporting and enabling teaching, research and engagement activities.
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Important – Application Steps.
Download and complete the University Application Form.
Click Apply Now Button at the base of the advert, follow the process to enter your contact details and add your CV in the online form.
