Secretary, Academic Governance

• Can you provide high-level executive and administrative support while maintaining confidentiality?
• Are you known for your attention to detail, are confident supporting committees, and enjoy taking minutes?

**Korero mo te turanga - About the role**

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Secretary, Academic Governance to join the Te Waikura - Academic Office team on a permanent, full-time basis.

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting academic excellence and governance. The Secretary, Academic Governance provides high-level executive and administrative support to the Academic Board and Academic Programmes Committee, working closely with the Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate meeting agendas, papers, and logistics for Academic Board and Academic Programmes Committee, including virtual and in-person arrangements.
• Maintain and update key governance documents such as Standing Orders, Statutes, and Terms of Reference.
• Manage Board elections and membership changes, ensuring timely and accurate processes.
• Support external academic curriculum approval processes.

**O pumanawa - About you**

Key requirements:

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience in committee servicing or board governance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Familiarity with database and website content maintenance.
• Enjoy working in a small collaborative team.

**Role Description:** Click here to see further information, including salary details.

If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page.

**Close date for vacancy:** 14 November 2025.

**Contact details for vacancy:** If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Linda Roberts, Curriculum Quality Manager (linda.roberts@vuw.ac.nz).

**How to apply:** Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.

We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.