Student Experience Coordinator – Flexible Hours in Dunedin

Study Abroad; Dunedin; Hybrid; NZD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Work-life balance emphasis

Job summary

IFSA (Institute for Study Abroad) seeks a part-time, fixed-term Student Experience Coordinator in Dunedin, NZ. The role provides academic, cultural and wellbeing support for undergraduate students, organizing activities and co-curriculars, with flexible hours and some weekends.

Work from home with on-campus meetings; hours reduced in December; available for increased on-site hours January–February 2027. Reports to the NZ Director; contract runs to Nov 8, 2027, with possible extension.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of work experience in study abroad, higher education, hospitality, tourism or non-profit.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for IFSA’s mission and commitments.
• Strong time management, planning and independent work abilities.
• Attention to detail in managing program data.
• Experience engaging with diverse student populations.
• Flexibility to adapt in changing situations and emergencies.
• Ability to respond calmly to emergencies and work across NZ universities.
• Working toward a tertiary qualification is desirable.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Organise and coordinate excursions, activities and orientations for University of Otago students.
• Conduct appreciative advising with students and regular check-ins.
• Monitor student wellbeing with campus visits and in-person contact.
• Support emergency response and incident management per procedures.
• Assist planning of short-term and faculty-led programs in New Zealand.
• Help with course registration, student learning plans and program delivery.
• Collaborate with IFSA teams and external partners to support students.

Skills

Time management

Planning

Attention to detail

Independent work

Emergency response

Education

Undergraduate degree preferred

Job description

IFSA (Institute for Study Abroad) seeks a part-time, fixed-term Student Experience Coordinator in Dunedin, NZ. The role provides academic, cultural and wellbeing support for undergraduate students, organizing activities and co-curriculars, with flexible hours and some weekends.

Work from home with on-campus meetings; hours reduced in December; available for increased on-site hours January–February 2027. Reports to the NZ Director; contract runs to Nov 8, 2027, with possible extension.