Student Pathways & Events Engagement Specialist

QJumpers Recruitment Services; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Wintec is seeking an Engagement and Events Specialist to join our Marketing and Engagement team in Hamilton. The role focuses on student recruitment, event delivery and community engagement, including working in kaupapa Māori environments and building relationships with schools and communities.

The position involves travel around the Waikato, some evenings and weekends, and requires a full NZ driver licence. Salary ranges from $65,200 to $67,800 depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Outgoing, confident and collaborative personality.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and stay calm under pressure.
• Experience in education, sales, recruitment or event delivery is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Represent Wintec at secondary schools, wharekura, careers expos and community events, showcasing study opportunities and encouraging future ākonga to apply.
• Build and maintain relationships with careers advisors, school leaders, whānau and community organisations.
• Follow up with prospective students and support them through their application journey.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver recruitment events including open days, campus tours, school visits, expos and onboarding activities.
• Manage event setup, logistics and pack-down.
• Support institution-wide events as required.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Business or Marketing degree

Job description

Wintec is seeking an Engagement and Events Specialist to join our Marketing and Engagement team in Hamilton. The role focuses on student recruitment, event delivery and community engagement, including working in kaupapa Māori environments and building relationships with schools and communities.

The position involves travel around the Waikato, some evenings and weekends, and requires a full NZ driver licence. Salary ranges from $65,200 to $67,800 depending on skills and experience.