Company Description
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.

Our lecturers and health researchers are regarded as experts in their fields, frequently directing global research projects designed to better the lives of New Zealanders and the world, and in turn passing this knowledge on to our students.

About the Team

The Marketing and Recruitment function comprises of three central units; University Marketing, Web, and School and Community Engagement. Its purpose is to enhance brand reputation with multiple and diverse communities, attracting high-quality prospective students, and building sustainable relationships through customer-first, personalised experiences.

The team is responsible for multiple customer touchpoints including brand strategy, marketing campaigns, social media, content marketing, schools outreach and community engagement, digital experiences, events and sponsorships.

Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Do you have a creative flair, excellent stakeholder management skills and a passion for social media? We are looking for a creative and adaptable professional to join our collaborative team.

The Social Media Coordinator will support the Social Media Manager and Senior Advisor with the planning, creation and implementation of social media across multiple channels. The primary purpose of the role is to oversee the implementation of the annual content calendar. In addition, the role will create and curate social content to reach and engage with target audiences, keep up to date on social trends/ best practice, assist in reporting and support implementation of community engagement initiatives.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Co-ordinate and maintain the annual social media content calendar.
• Assist with day-to-day management of social media channels using a social media management tool.
• Proactively propose new and creative ideas for organic social media content to align and amplify marketing campaigns and events.
• Assist with analysing social media performance and effectiveness
• Develop effective relationships with faculties, service divisions and student content creators to support and maintain a customer focused and user-centric approach.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, permanent role. The salary range for this role is $72,000 - $77,100 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description

Qualifications
He kōrero mōu | About you

We are looking for someone with solid experience in a wide range of Social media platforms, who is comfortable working in digital environments and is highly skilled in creating content for a wide and varied audience.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree
• Passion for brand and social media with a thorough understanding of different social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), YouTube and TikTok.
• Creative thinker who looks for new ways to enhance social media activity and engagement with relevant audiences.
• Ability to understand how different audiences engage with social media to ensure relevant and engaging content.
• Effective communicator with the ability to craft a compelling story through excellent written, verbal and visual skills.
• Experience with filming and editing videos and creative software.

Additional Information
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 Wednesday 16th March 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above, and in the attached Position Description.

We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found.

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