Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

The University of Auckland is seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and creative individual to an exciting opportunity within its Student Engagement Team.

Reporting to the Student Engagement Manager, this role will be responsible for supporting students in the active creation of a positive student experience on campus. Providing day to day support for students involved in Student Group Executives, those holding representative seats on University committees and student leader positions. 

The role also oversees administrative support for more than 250 Student Groups at the University of Auckland, which involves but is not limited to providing access to resources and equipment, managing the financial support available through a Grants programme, providing advice on the legal and financial responsibilities of Student Groups and ensuring clubs are adequately represented at University forums and committees.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent opportunity.
The remuneration is $66,600 - $82,200 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description

He kōrero mōu | About you

If you are an adaptable and enthusiastic leader and looking for a challenging role through which to demonstrate your exceptional planning and problem-solving skills, initiative, and ability to a lead a high-performing team, then this could be the job for you. 

To be considered for the role you will be educated to a bachelor’s degree level (as a minimum) and have experience in working with young people in a co-curricular environment. You will be required to have excellent time management and the ability to develop and manage strong working relationships with a wide variety of students, colleagues, and external parties.  

You should be familiar with the student life cycle and be passionate about excellence and innovation in Student Engagement. We are looking for an individual with drive and a foundation of skills to influence others and make things happen.  

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 15 September 2023 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Louise Jackson, via [email protected], for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

Equity

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, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz