Administrator

Unitec; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec are joining forces to recruit a frontline administrator who will assess, process and accurately enter applications for domestic and international applicants. You’ll support prospective students and contribute to a positive enrolment experience across campus.

Ideal candidates bring strong attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience in student administration within tertiary education.

Qualifications

• An understanding or desire to learn te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of kaupapa Māori
• Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accuracy across administrative processes, student records, and documentation.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks and adapt to changing requirements.
• Proven experience in an administrative or customer service environment, with the ability to manage a diverse range of responsibilities efficiently and professionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, along with confidence in learning new systems and technologies.
• A flexible and collaborative approach, with the ability to support both planned activities and emerging priorities across student and academic support services.
• A commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience and contributing positively to student enrolment, engagement, and success.
• Experience in enrolment, admissions, or student administration, preferably within a tertiary education environment.
• Familiarity with student management systems and enrolment processes in the education sector.

Responsibilities

• Assess, process, and accurately enter application information for both domestic and international applicants.
• Engage directly with prospective students, providing exceptional support and guidance throughout the application process.
• Provide in-person assistance to create a seamless, inclusive, and positive experience for every applicant.
• Refer to the Position Description for further information about the role.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)

Microsoft Office (Word)

Microsoft Office (Outlook)

Job description

• Join a collaborative and supportive team.
• Contribute to better outcomes for learners and communities.
• Permanent Full-time role

Whakairohia he toki, tāraia te anamata | Learning with purpose, creating our futures

A new era in vocational education is unfolding in Tāmaki Makaurau. Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec, two trusted institutions with over 50 years of service, are coming together to create a unified, future-focused learning environment. This transformation is about more than education; it’s about building an inclusive system that reflects the aspirations of our diverse communities, industries, and Māori across the region.

Te āheinga: The opportunity

In this role, you will assess, process, and accurately enter application information for both domestic and international applicants. As a key member of our frontline team, you will engage directly with prospective students, providing exceptional support and guidance throughout the application process. You will also have opportunities to provide in-person assistance, helping to create a seamless, inclusive, and positive experience for every applicant.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the role.

What You’ll Bring:

• An understanding or desire to learn te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of kaupapa Māori
• Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accuracy across administrative processes, student records, and documentation.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks and adapt to changing requirements.
• Proven experience in an administrative or customer service environment, with the ability to manage a diverse range of responsibilities efficiently and professionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, along with confidence in learning new systems and technologies.
• A flexible and collaborative approach, with the ability to support both planned activities and emerging priorities across student and academic support services.
• A commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience and contributing positively to student enrolment, engagement, and success.
• Experience in enrolment, admissions, or student administration, preferably within a tertiary education environment.
• Familiarity with student management systems and enrolment processes in the education sector.

Why you’ll love working with us

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec is committed to learning with purpose and creating futures for our learners and communities. We value strong governance, collaboration, and wellbeing, and we are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

To be eligible for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand (such as New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency).

Applications close on 16 th of November 2026 at 11:55 pm.

Reference # 54992

Posted on 10 Nov 2026

Closes on 16 Nov 2026 23:55

Location(s) Mt Albert, Waitakere, Tāmaki Makaurau

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

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