Cultural Programs & School Partnerships Coordinator

University of Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave +5 days uni hols

Employer 6.75% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive working environment

Retail discounts across shopping,娱乐与旅行

Living in Ōtautahi Christchurch

UC facilities discounts and onsite Caf

Job summary

The University of Canterbury in Christchurch, Aotearoa, invites applications for a Confucius Institute Coordinator. This onsite role connects schools, communities and UC through language programmes and cultural events, shaping cross-cultural understanding.

You will coordinate Mandarin Language Assistant programmes, organise school camps in China, promote courses, manage day-to-day admin, events, digital content and financial processes to ensure smooth delivery and a positive experience for

Qualifications

• 4–5 years’ experience in general office administration.
• Strong organisational skills, ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, fluency in English; Mandarin preferred.
• Culturally sensitive, inclusive approach, interest in Chinese culture.
• Maintaining confidentiality, providing professional stakeholder support.
• Tertiary qualification equivalent to NZQA Level 4.
• Competency in te reo Māori is an advantage.
• Willingness and ability to travel within NZ and to China.
• Alignment with UC values and an inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Mandarin Language Assistant programme and support assistants.
• Organise school camps in China, cultural events and prizegivings.
• Oversee day-to-day office administration, course and event promotion.
• Manage digital content and financial processes for the Institute.
• Build relationships with schools, assistants and local communities.

Skills

Office administration

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Mandarin language skills (preferred)

Cultural awareness

Confidentiality

Travel willingness

Team collaboration

Education

NZQA Level 4 qualification or equivalent

Job description

The University of Canterbury in Christchurch, Aotearoa, invites applications for a Confucius Institute Coordinator. This onsite role connects schools, communities and UC through language programmes and cultural events, shaping cross-cultural understanding.

You will coordinate Mandarin Language Assistant programmes, organise school camps in China, promote courses, manage day-to-day admin, events, digital content and financial processes to ensure smooth delivery and a positive experience for