Company Description
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Ko te whare Pūtaiao | The Faculty of Science brings together 10 diverse schools and departments to provide outstanding quality teaching and research opportunities. Being the leading science Faculty in New Zealand and is one of the largest in Australasia, it undertakes world-class research across the physical, biological, and computational sciences. More than 8,000 students' study in our schools and departments, learning from internationally renowned lecturers. We strive to provide a Faculty that reflects the demographics of our student base and Aotearoa. Our staff and students can connect with our: Rainbow and Women in Science networks, Parenting support, our Waipapa Marae and our flagship Tuākana Māori and Pacific support programme.

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.

Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

At New Zealand's largest and leading Faculty of Science, situated in the heart of Auckland City, we offer a range of programmes to more than 8,000 students.

An opportunity exist in our Communications and Marketing team for a self-motivated Marketing Adviser to build the profile of the Faculty by taking responsibility for the development and execution of engaging marketing campaigns for multiple audiences across a range of platforms.

This role provides critical operational support to the Communications and Marketing Manager and the team. Responsibilities of this role include recruitment and promotional campaign implementation (including social media management), promotional item management, faculty brand management and faculty event support.

The team manages a high volume of work for many stakeholders so we are looking for someone who can help ensure that the workflow in the team runs smoothly and projects are completed on time.

For more detailed information, please refer to the position description.

This is a fulltime (37.5 hours per week) role

The salary is between $72,000 – $84,709 per annum, depending on skills and experience

He kōrero mōu | About you

You demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills and have great communication skills.

• Understanding of an e-mail marketing (automation) platform
• Adept at prioritising the requirements of a large number of stakeholders
• Proactivity, energy and efficiency and an ability to inspire confidence and respect while working effectively with different groups of people and cultures.
• Be committed to excellent quality and have a sharp eye for detail.
• Be a team player with strong relationship skills who enjoys working with others in a collaborative environment.
• Have tons of initiative and be able to bring creativity and new ideas to the role.
• Be highly motivated, self-managing and exceptionally well organised. You will have strong planning and co-ordination skills and be able to juggle multiple priorities.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Ours is a really stimulating, supportive environment. The work we do is interesting, exciting, and impactful. We are made up of three content writers and coordinators, a marketing adviser and a marketing coordinator. This role will also work closely with our events coordinator.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

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

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Career development programmes
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
• We also offer discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, discounted childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 16th March 2025 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Irene van Schalkwyk via irene.van.schalkwyk@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Additional Information
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