Kaiwhakahaere | Academic Administrator (Fixed-term)

JobSpace; Wellington; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria University of Wellington is seeking a Kaiwhakahaere – Academic Administrator (Fixed-term) to join Te Kura Tātai Ture - School of Law for a 12-month period, full-time.

The role covers administration, front-line support, and coordination of communications and events. Applicants should have office administration experience and strong people skills to liaise with diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in office administration and frontline support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration and front-line support within the work area.
• Maintain and operate university management systems and technologies as required.
• Support the administration of Faculty websites, event calendars, and communications.
• Assist with committees or projects and provide cover as needed.

Skills

Frontline customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

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Kaiwhakahaere | Academic Administrator (Fixed-term)

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting for a Kaiwhakahaere - Academic Administrator to join Te Kura Tātai Ture - School of Law's professional team on a 12-month fixed-term, full-time contract.

Key responsibilities:

• Participate in and provide all aspects of administration and front-line support services in the work area. This includes providing back up in peak work periods or when cover is required, including supporting events within the Faculty.
• Maintain knowledge of and be able to operate the University management systems and technologies, as required.
• Support the administration of Faculty websites, event calendars, and other communications, ensuring information is accurate and up to date whilst adhering to University guidelines.
• Provide administration support to one or more of the work area committees and/or projects, as and when required.
• Provide any other assistance as and when required by the manager.

About you:

You will be a motivated, customer-focused individual with strong attention to detail who can take the initiative and provide excellent administration and support within a team.

Key requirements:

• Experience in office administration.
• Ability to work effectively in a frontline, client focused environment.
• Outstanding people and communication skills including the ability to adjust to different audiences.

Close date for vacancy: 24 September 2026.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Cathy Fouhy (***********@vuw.ac.nz).

We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.

About Our University:

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here.

Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.

Why you should join our team Ignite your career with Te Kura Tātai Ture - School of Law! Located in New Zealand's legal and political heart, our globally recognised school offers a stimulating environment for legal excellence and innovation. Be part of a team that shapes the future of law. Ready to make an impact? Embark on your next adventure with us!