The Moana Nui Festival celebrates the vibrant cultures and communities of the Pacific Islands. Pacific Trust Otago’s mission is to create a joyful and inclusive event that brings people together to enjoy music, food, and cultural performances.
As a Moana Nui Festival Feedback Champion you will:
- Conduct brief interviews with festival attendees to gather their feedback.
- You will ask key questions such as: "Is this your first time at the festival?", "How did you hear about the festival?", "What did you enjoy most about the festival?", and "What could we do better next time?".
- Collect demographic information such as whether attendees are from out of town, their ethnicity, and age bracket.
- Record responses accurately using provided forms and clipboards.
- Work in pairs or small teams to cover different areas of the festival.
Training and support will be provided to ensure you feel confident in your role. You will learn effective interviewing techniques and active listening skills, and gain experience in event evaluation and data collection.
Benefits of the role include:
- Enjoying being part of an exciting community event.
- Meeting new people, and working in a motivated team.
- Learning new skills and gaining interviewing/event experience.
- Knowing Your efforts will contribute to the success of the festival and help create a more enjoyable experience for future attendees.
- Volunteer perks of free entry to the festival, refreshments, and a festival t-shirt.
Requirements
- Friendly and welcoming personality.
- Good communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable approaching and speaking with festival attendees.
- No specific physical requirements, but the role involves walking around the festival grounds.
Time commitment
Flexible shifts available during the festival on Saturday 29 March 2025 at the Forsyth Barr Stadium:
- Morning Shift: 11am-2pm
- Afternoon Shift: 2pm-5pm
There will be an information and training evening a week prior to the festival.
Getting started
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below.
We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
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