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 six academic faculties and 13 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.
Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team
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 f Schools and Community Engagement Team champion the values of Taumata Teitei. Ourengagements are mana enhancing,our kōrero inspiring and our actions empowering in preparing students for the secondary journey and the next phases of their voyage through education.
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
The position is for a Lower North Island Engagement Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing a strong strategic plan to work alongside school students, teachers including senior secondary leaders such as HODs and principals and career advisors, to achieve effective pathways from Wellington/Lower North Island schools to Waipapa Taumata Rau, the University of Auckland
This is a fulltime (37.5 hours per week), permanent position. The salary range for this role is between $96,800- $119,500 dependent on skills and experience. The role is based in Wellington and works from home, with visits to schools and communities across the region, and on occasion to Auckland. A full, clean, driver’s license is required. A car is provided for work purposes.
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description. where you will find more information on the responsibilities of the role.
He kōrero mōu | About you
We are looking for someone who is an excellent communicator and presenter with experience working with students in a secondary school environment.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential:
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:
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 27 May 2025 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable candidate is found.
Please reach out to Gemma Skipper, via [email protected], 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
