Academic Administrator

Academic Administrator; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi is seeking an Academic Administrator in Whakatāne to support enrolment functions and school administration. You will be the go-to person for programme information, applications, and enquiries, ensuring smooth experiences for students.

The successful candidate will have 2 years of admin or secretarial experience, a level 2 admin/computing qualification, minute-taking skills, and strong communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 2 years administration/secretarial experience.
• Certificate in admin or computing level 2 (or equivalent).
• Minute taking and strong communication skills.
• Professional customer service abilities.
• Full clean driver's licence and MS Dynamics experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide programme-related administration for enrolments and enquiries.
• Support the School of Iwi Development with timely information.
• Ensure a positive student experience and smooth processes.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Customer service experience

Minute taking experience

Administration experience

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate in administration or computing (level 2)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

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Academic Administrator – Whakatane, North Island

Full time, Permanent

11d ago , from Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi

We are seeking an Academic Administrator to support our School of Iwi Development.

As a member of a small team, you will be the “go to” person providing quality administration to our School, providing relevant and timely information to our programmes and staff ensuring a positive experience for students who choose to learn with us.

The Academic Administrator provides programme-related administration associated with enrolment functions, including programme enquiries and applications.

Our successful applicant will have:

• A relevant administration or computing related level 2 certificate qualification or equivalent experience.
• 2 years previous administration and/or secretarial experience.
• Minute taking experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional customer service experience/abilities.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics application.
• A full clean driver's licence.
• Previous experience in an administration or secretarial role within the tertiary sector is desired.

Our successful applicant will also be well-organised with flexibility and great interpersonal skills. Knowledge of tikanga Māori and the ability to korero Te Reo Māori to at least a level 2 competency is desirable, or open to learning.

We offer a supportive working environment and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.