Administrator for School of Educationat The University of Waikato70,000 - 90,000

• About the roleJoin Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education and play an important role supporting one of New Zealand's leading education schools.As School Administrator, you will be part of a professional and collaborative team providing a wide range of administrative services that contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the School.

You will work closely with the School Manager, Head of School and academic staff to deliver seamless support across administration, finance, staff onboarding, committee servicing, event coordination and school operations.This is a varied role where no two days are the same.

You will coordinate meetings and logistics, support staff with University systems and processes, manage contract staffing administration, assist with financial processes and help maintain efficient systems that support teaching and research activities.You will bring a proactive and service-focused approach, enjoy building strong relationships and take pride in helping things run smoothly behind the scenes.

Flexibility to increase hours during peak periods is required.Salary will be in the range of $73,235 to $87,024 per annum pro-rata, depending on the skills, knowledge and experience you bring.For more information on the role, please see the position description.If, after reading the position description, you would like a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Karen Harris, School Manager, at karen.harris@waikato.ac.nzAll applications must be submitted through the online portal.

• Who are you?You will be an organised and approachable administrator who enjoys working in a busy environment and supporting a wide range of people.You will bring:Proven administration, customer service and planning experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesConfidence using a range of computer systems and learning new processes quicklyHigh attention to detail and a commitment to accuracyA proactive approach with sound judgement and problem-solving skillsThe ability to work both independently and collaborativelyA professional and calm approach when managing competing demandsStrong relationship-building skills and a commitment to high-quality serviceA demonstrated understanding of working respectfully with people from diverse backgroundsCommitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and awareness of Māori and Pacific culturesExperience in a university or tertiary education environment would be an advantage, but is not essential.Ko wai mātou?
• Who are we?Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education sits within Te Wānanga Toi Tangata Division of Education and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across initial teacher education, counselling, social work, educational leadership, disability and inclusion studies, human development and digital learning.As a leader in education in Aotearoa New Zealand, we are committed to enhancing education through teaching, research and professional services.

• Why should you apply for this position?We want you to be part of our success.

• For the PeopleThe University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research.

Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.Applications close on Thursday, 25 June 2026Requisition number: 1003676