Company Description
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.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

The Office of Schools and Community Engagement have been on a 3-year journey implementing a new engagement model based on earlier engagement with learners, whānau, and community; reciprocal relationships/meaningful partnerships; and learner-centricity – the Pōwhiri Model.

We’re a fun, dynamic, high-performing team who consistently deliver service excellence and work collaboratively with one another, and other parts of the wider Waipapa Tauamata Rau community.

Ā mātou manawa (our breath)

Ko Waipapa Taumata Rau ko au, Ko au ko Waipapa Taumata Rau

The pōwhiri; a traditional tikanga based welcome for all. Bringing people together to share, engage and form a bond as one. The University of Auckland encapsulates this process as an essential model to welcome new prospective students and their whānau to the University. 

Ā mātou mahi (our role)

The Schools and Community Engagement Office champion the values of Taumata Teitei. Their engagements will be mana enhancing, their kōrero inspiring and their actions empowering in preparing secondary students for the journey and the next phase of their voyage through education.

Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and agile Engagement Adviser to join our Schools and Community Engagement Team, reporting to the Te Terenga Kaitiaki.

Te Terenga Schools and Community Engagement Adviser is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with a portfolio of Auckland secondary schools, school students, teachers and school community groups, listening to their needs, and seeking opportunities to partner with them to support high school students and their whānau plan for and achieve their aspirations. The role supports increased engagement with schools and communities and drives student leads.

We’re looking for a super star human who can engage with people from a wide range of backgrounds and is comfortable presenting to both small and big audiences. Make a difference and support young people into higher education!

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent opportunity.

The salary range is $72,000 - $80,000, dependent on skills and experience.

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

Qualifications
He kōrero mōu | About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree and/or postgraduate qualification in relevant discipline or equivalent experience, knowledge, and training.
• Experience developing, maintaining relationships with, and understanding the needs of key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills.
• Experience developing and implementing processes, systems and services.
• Demonstrated strategic planning, management, and leadership skills within a complex environment.
• Agile experience, or an understanding of cross-function team ways of working in an agile environment.
• Demonstrable understanding, competence, and confidence of te ao Māori

We value potential talent over experience, if you have super star skills but are early in your career – apply!

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 5 January 2025, to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Note, the panel will shortlist candidates week commencing 6 January, with interview placeholders already scheduled for the 14 January.

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