Department Administrator — Campus & Student Support

University of Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

5 days university holidays

Superannuation contribution up to 6.75

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive working environment

Retail discounts across shopping

Living in Christchurch

UC facilities access

Job summary

University of Canterbury in Ōtautahi/Christchurch invites applications for an experienced Department Administrator in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering. You will provide high‑quality support to the Head of Department and staff, coordinating student services, examinations, timetabling, travel and events.

A proactive, detail‑oriented administrator with at least 4 years' experience is needed to maintain smooth operations and a positive environment on campus.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ administrative experience in a medium to large organisation (preferably within the tertiary education sector).
• Experience in financial administration including purchasing, accounts payable/receivable and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases/e-filing systems.
• Ability to build effective relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent management of competing priorities with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience organising meetings, taking minutes, and coordinating functions and events.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to the Head of Department, Administration Services Manager, staff and students.
• Coordinate a wide range of activities including student support, examinations, timetabling, financial administration, recruitment, travel, meetings and events.
• Help connect people, processes and priorities to ensure the department operates effectively and staff, students and visitors experience a professional service.

Skills

Administrative experience

MS Office proficiency

Relationship building

Event coordination

Tools

MS Office

Job description

University of Canterbury in Ōtautahi/Christchurch invites applications for an experienced Department Administrator in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering. You will provide high‑quality support to the Head of Department and staff, coordinating student services, examinations, timetabling, travel and events.

A proactive, detail‑oriented administrator with at least 4 years' experience is needed to maintain smooth operations and a positive environment on campus.