The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and one of the world’s major research universities.  We employ over 5400 academic and professional staff to support the success of 41,000+ students. 

The Opportunity 

The Faculty of Science is looking to appoint an Industry Liaison Co-ordinator to drive industry engagement for its Data Science & ICT postgraduate programmes.  This position is full-time and fixed-term for 11 months covering parental leave.  

Data Science is a rapidly growing field of study for students at the University of Auckland.  As a result, the successful applicant will be supporting the Faculty to ensure effective delivery and implementation of the industry project aspects of the programme. This is an exciting role which will provide plenty of opportunities to work alongside academic staff and professional functions across the University.

The Role

As an Industry Liaison Co-ordinator, you will initiate, develop and support strategic alliances with employers and industry to co-ordinate and implement industry projects and graduate role opportunities. You will be responsible for enhancing opportunities for industry to engage with the School and will play a key role in developing relationships between the school and the wider business community.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Organising industry project placements including managing student profiles, contracts and student data management, interview scheduling and feedback collation plus ongoing contact with employers post-employment.
• Engaging with industry through events, networking and communications to seek opportunities for partnership and implementation of industry projects and graduate role opportunities.
• Reviewing and developing a range of workshops, networking events and other activities to achieve a high level of student and industry collaboration.
• Developing new opportunities with new and existing employers.
• Representing the University and Faculty to a high level.

For more information, please view the position description.  

Our Ideal Candidate

This is an exciting role for someone that can bring enthusiasm and the confidence to develop and foster strong relationships. To be successful in the role, you should have:

• Experience with relationship management or sales would be beneficial
• Strong organisational skills and a proven background in industry and business engagement.
• Big picture thinking and results in orientation with an ability to develop and deliver industry engagement and project opportunities
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, which are vital to the role

What we offer

The University of Auckland is dedicated to providing an excellent and stimulating environment for its employees which ensures a healthy work-life balance through. 

• Five weeks’ annual leave per annum (pro-rated)
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Over 300 different career development courses.
• Flexible employment practices
• Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services.

For more information on the benefits of working here, see our Staff Benefits page.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Sunday 14th June 2020 to be considered. Please include your CV and a cover letter outlining what strengths you would bring to this role.

Please note, the actual job title for this position is Employer Liaison Co-ordinator

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz