Programme Administrator

Auckland University of Technology; Auckland; On-site; NZD 62,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is seeking a motivated and conscientious programme administrator to join the Faculty’s programme administration team. In this fixed-term, full-time role, you’ll be the key contact for students and staff, supporting all stages of the student journey from admission and enrolment through to graduation.

Based at AUT's City Campus, you’ll deliver efficient administration, course guidance and peak enrolment planning, while upholding AUT’s commitments to Te

Qualifications

• Proven tertiary experience in a similar role/field.
• Genuine passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience.
• Initiative, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Great inter-personal skills with the ability to balance responsibilities while contributing to team goals.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT’s Te Tiriti journey.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of the student journey from admission and enrolment through to graduation.
• Deliver effective administration processes and course guidance.
• Manage peak enrolment periods and navigate programme regulations to ensure accurate information.
• Be a key contact for students and staff, contributing to an inclusive, student-centred journey.

Skills

Tertiary experience

Customer experience

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Equity & inclusion

Job description

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Auckland University of Technology – Auckland, North Island

$62,000 - $81,000 a year

Full time, Permanent

10h ago , from AUT - Auckland University of Technology

• Bring your administrative expertise and passion for student support to one of New Zealand’s leading universities
• Busy and varied role, supporting all aspects of a student’s journey through their programme of study
• Great team environment
• Permanent, full-time role based at AUT's City Campus

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.

Our community is stronger because of the role Te Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

AUT’s Faculty of Business, Economics and Law is a dynamic, future focused academic environment that combines rigorous scholarship with strong industry engagement and real world impact. The Faculty brings together innovative educators and researchers who are shaping business practice, economic thinking and legal frameworks in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond. With a strong commitment to sustainability, equity and technological change, the Faculty offers academic staff the opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, work closely with industry and policy partners, and contribute to research and teaching that is relevant, contemporary and globally connected - within a supportive, ambitious and values driven university community.

We’re looking for a motivated and conscientious team player to join our Faculty’s programme administration team. In this dynamic and people-focused role, you’ll be a key contact for students and staff, supporting all aspects of the student journey from admission and enrolment through to graduation. Your work will play a vital role in enhancing the student experience through the delivery of effective administration processes and course guidance. Challenges include managing peak enrolment periods, and navigating the complexities of different programmes and regulations to ensure students receive accurate, timely advice.

This fixed-term, full-time role reports to the Programme Manager – Business Undergraduate, and you’ll be interacting with key teams across AUT to support an inclusive, student‑centred journey, with respectful practice that recognises the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

At AUT you’ll be part of a values‑led university with a strong, caring culture, flexible working, generous annual leave and support to thrive in your role and career. We provide the tools, trust, recognition frameworks and cultural capability development programmes to help you make a meaningful contribution. Learn more about our competitive benefits tailored to all staffhttps://www.aut.ac.nz/about/careers-at-aut/working-at-aut/staff-benefits.

https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/careers-at-aut/working-at-aut/staff-benefits

About you | Ko wai koe

As a professional staff member at AUT, you’ll help our university thrive by improving services, supporting students and staff and driving practical improvements across our campuses. We’re looking for people with energy, curiosity and openness to new ideas who bring a collaborative, adaptable approach and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

You’ll also bring cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience supporting Indigenous, equity or inclusion‑focused initiatives is highly valued.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven tertiary experience in a similar role/field
• A genuine passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience
• Initiative, attention to detail, and problem‑solving skills
• Great inter‑personal skills with the ability to balance your own responsibilities while contributing to shared team goals and continuous improvement
• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey.

Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $62,000 - $81,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96512

At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.