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About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
A key part of the student experience, an exciting role awaits to guide student discovery and decisions to make academic dreams a reality as a Senior Academic Advisor on our Albany Auckland Campus. This is an opportunity to combine your academic programme knowledge and critical thinking skills with a passion for guiding and supporting new and returning students to achieve their goals.

The Senior Academic Advisor role requires an appreciative strengths-focused attitude towards individuals, combined with the ability to accurately interpret regulations and qualification requirements in complex scenarios. You will work alongside students to make their learning ambitions a reality through the co-creation of personalised academic pathways that meet regulatory requirements.

Senior Academic Advisors are assigned an advising portfolio based on campus service needs. While subject knowledge in one or more of the following disciplines is not essential, it will be beneficial: Business | Creative Arts | Health | Humanities and Social Sciences | Sciences.

About you | Ko koe tēnei

• A tertiary qualification is preferred.
• Previous study in or understanding of the higher education environment is desirable.
• Competency in, or a desire and willingness to undertake professional development in, Te Reo Māori, Tikanga and Te Tiriti principles.
• Experience in building constructive relationships with both students and colleagues is essential, as you will work collaboratively across various university departments to enhance the student experience.

If you are an individual who possesses refined interpersonal skills, sound disciplinary knowledge, a talent for creative problem-solving, and superior planning and organisational skills we would love to hear from you.

The salary band for the position is $56,622 - $80,006 based on skills and experience.

In addition to a competitive salary, Massey also offers:

• Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme
• Five university holidays per year in addition to your annual leave
• Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family
• Discounted membership to our fully equipped recreation centre and gym facilities on our Wellington and Manawatū Campuses.
• Staff purchasing privileges and discounts at many commercial and retail businesses across NZ.
• Comprehensive professional development and training programmes

Massey University is committed to being a Tiriti-led organisation. It is therefore expected that applicants will have an appreciation of the Aotearoa New Zealand context and of the needs and aspirations of Māori.

This is a permanent full-time position located on our beautiful campus in Albany Auckland.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be held before the advertised closing dates.

Apply now to join our team who value collaboration, growth, connection, where you will make academic dreams a reality.