Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.  We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

Student and Scholarly Services brings together a wide range of student-facing services to support students at every stage of their journey — from transition and engagement through to success and wellbeing. Within this, the Student Engagement team plays a vital role in creating opportunities for students to connect, grow, and thrive.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for an organised, proactive, and people-focused Administrator (Student Engagement) to join our energetic Student Engagement team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vibrant campus experience by supporting a wide range of student programmes, events, and initiatives that help students build friendships, develop skills, and feel part of the University community.

Working alongside the Student Engagement Coordinators, you’ll provide essential administrative and operational support across a range of engagement activities from orientation and transition programmes through to leadership initiatives, co-curricular recognition, and large-scale student events .

No two days will look the same, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and loves working with students and people from diverse backgrounds.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours/ week) permanent position. The salary range for this role is from NZ $55,634 - $62,900 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You are someone who enjoys helping others and creating positive experiences. You bring strong organisational skills, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine enthusiasm for working with students and supporting engaging programmes and events.

You’re adaptable, approachable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Student and Scholarly Services (SaSS) was established with the aim of strengthening the integration of student facing services to improve effectiveness at all points along the student journey. SaSS encompasses a wide range of student-facing services, plus services that support researchers and academic staff in their teaching. Services include academic services, libraries and learning support, Student hubs and the Student experience centre, services to support kaimahi Māori and Pacific students, student engagement and wellbeing.

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 is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.

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

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

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and 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 3/06/2026 to be considered. As part of your application please submit a CV and Cover letter to include:

Please reach out to Christina Partridge - [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