Strategic Stakeholder Engagement Lead

University of Waikato; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 88,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Waikato in Hamilton seeks a communications-savvy relationship builder to join the International and Engagement Office as Stakeholder Engagement Adviser. You’ll engage with stakeholders and partners to understand priorities and connect them with opportunities across the University.

This role blends strategic communications and relationship management to strengthen sponsorships, employer engagement and public reputation, turning relationships into meaningful collaboration across

Qualifications

• Background in communications, business, or management.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders and partners to understand priorities and connect them with opportunities across the University.
• Plan engagement, bring people together, and develop clear communications.
• Strengthen sponsorship partnerships and coordinate stakeholder activities.
• Build employer and industry connections and contribute to Waikato’s reputation and rankings.

Skills

Strategic communications

Relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Sponsorships

Employer engagement

Writing

Education

Background in communications, business, or management

Job description

The University of Waikato in Hamilton seeks a communications-savvy relationship builder to join the International and Engagement Office as Stakeholder Engagement Adviser. You’ll engage with stakeholders and partners to understand priorities and connect them with opportunities across the University.

This role blends strategic communications and relationship management to strengthen sponsorships, employer engagement and public reputation, turning relationships into meaningful collaboration across