Academic Administrator, Christchurch

Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) Continuing (permanent) position Generous annual leave provisions and professional development opportunitiesĀu Mahi | What You Will Do An exciting opportunity has opened for an Academic Administrator to join Te Tari o Te Rāngai Pūkaha | Faculty of Engineering Office . You will work closely with both Associate Deans - Academic and faculty committees, providing high-level and comprehensive academic administrative support. Your responsibilities will include managing meeting agendas, scheduling, appointments, serving as a minute secretary, and preparing reports. You will also support projects related to meeting outcomes and assist with event coordination. This role offers a unique chance to work closely with academic team members and senior colleagues within a stimulating and prestigious environment.Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in an administrative support role within a large organization, preferably in the public sector. Experience or understanding of the New Zealand education system would be advantageous. You should be skilled in minute-taking and meeting protocols, with a strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver, capable of working efficiently both independently and as part of a team, and possesses excellent interpersonal skills to interact positively across diverse cultures. A passion for administrative support and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes are essential.Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With You will collaborate closely with the Associate Deans - Academic and faculty committees at Te Kaupeka Pūhanga | Faculty of Engineering . Our faculty is globally recognized for excellence in teaching and research, and for producing outstanding graduates. We continually seek innovative ways to improve and adapt in a fast-changing technological landscape. For more information, visit us @ Faculty of Engineering .Our team thrives in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. We value whanau, collaboration, and support, fostering a professional, fun-loving, and lively culture. Ngā Uara | Our Values Our values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and tiakitanga guide our actions and decisions, emphasizing pastoral care and support for our ākonga and staff. These principles challenge and inspire us to excel and make UC a great place to work and learn. For more on our values,visit here .We are dedicated to accessible higher education, community service, and removing barriers related to distance, wealth, gender, or ethnicity. Our goal is to produce engaged, empowered graduates and staff committed to making a positive difference in the world. Benefits We offer flexible work practices, study opportunities, and generous superannuation and leave provisions. For more information, visit our benefits page .Application Details The closing date for applications is 13 May 2025 (midnight, NZ time) . Applications will be reviewed after this date. Submit your application via our careers website , including a cover letter and resume. We do not accept email applications. For questions about the application process, contact us at .Applicants must have New Zealand or Australian citizenship/permanent residency. Those with valid work visas and physically present in New Zealand may also be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr