Network Research Coordinator — Part-Time, Fixed-Term

Auckland University of Technology; Auckland; On-site; NZD 76,000 - 102,000; Part time

Job summary

Auckland University of Technology is seeking a fixed-term, part-time professional to provide operational, research support, stakeholder engagement, communications and knowledge management for the Toi o te Ora Wellbeing Research Network. The role coordinates projects, events and partnerships and supports grant activities across AUT and partners.

You will contribute to audience-centred communication and dissemination, aligning with Te Tiriti and te ao Māori principles, and report to the Network

Qualifications

• Experience in research support or administration within a university or research environment.
• Experience supporting large research projects, complex budgets, multi-partner funding contracts and grant processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in research dissemination, stakeholder engagement, knowledge translation, or digital/visual communication.
• Strong organisational capability, attention to detail and proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint and research management systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in te reo Māori and confidence engaging within te ao Māori environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate research projects, events and partnerships; support grant applications, post-award processes and budget oversight; maintain network systems and resources; and assist in translating complex research into accessible, audience-centred communication and dissemination resources.
• The role supports interdisciplinary collaboration across AUT and contributes to Te Aronui through culturally responsive engagement and communication.

Skills

Research support

Grant processes

Communication

MS Office & SharePoint

Te reo Māori

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

SharePoint

Research management systems

MS Office

Job description

Auckland University of Technology is seeking a fixed-term, part-time professional to provide operational, research support, stakeholder engagement, communications and knowledge management for the Toi o te Ora Wellbeing Research Network. The role coordinates projects, events and partnerships and supports grant activities across AUT and partners.

You will contribute to audience-centred communication and dissemination, aligning with Te Tiriti and te ao Māori principles, and report to the Network