Company Description
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.
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.
Job Description
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
The position is for an Examinations Coordinator to manage processes that are integral to the quality assurance of University of Auckland examinations in accordance with university regulations and policies. You will be required to provide expert advice on examination matters to University of Auckland staff and students and assist the Examinations Services Manager with the development, implementation and continuous improvement of systems and processes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Plan and manage processes to ensure that the submission of student results adheres to University quality-assurance mechanisms
- Analyse and investigate instances of missing or incomplete results in consultation with departments and faculties
- Oversee departmental and faculty requests for late submission of results, providing advice in line with University policies and regulations
- Supporting Postgraduate students undertaking research (30 Points and above) by supporting processes associated with sub-doctoral research
- Develop and maintain relationships with other Sub-doctoral Support Coordinators throughout the University to ensure a consistent level of service and to enable communities of practice within the function
- This is a part time, 0.7FTE (26.25 hours per week), permanent position. The salary range for this role is between $62,400- $77,800 dependent on skills and experience.
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.
Qualifications
He kōrero mōu | About you
We are looking for someone with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in quality assurance, data analysis and reporting. You will also be able to demonstrate your experience in the use of information technology such as
word processing packages, spreadsheets and internet applications.
Preferred skills and experience:
- Tertiary qualification in a related discipline or extensive work experience in a related field
- Demonstrated experience in training staff
- Demonstrated experience in team leadership roles
- Demonstrated experience in supporting learning and assessment
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 10 February 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please note we will be having some system updates during January and early February; therefore we may be longer than usual in responding to your application. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found.
Please reach out to Jeremy Boyce, via jeremy.boyce@auckland.ac.nz, 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
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
