Student Support Advisor

Theuniversityofauckland; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Five weeks' leave

Career development

Parking discount

Parental leave

Childcare support

Employee discounts

Job summary

The University of Auckland invites applications for a Student Support Advisor to assist Māori and Pacific students within FMHS, supporting their cultural and educational journey under MAPAS.

You will coordinate academic and pastoral support and oversee admission, academic, and pastoral processes, working with key academic staff and communities.

This full-time fixed-term role is 18 months, based in Auckland, with flexible work options and a competitive NZ salary.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required.
• Strong administration and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with Māori and Pacific communities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate academic and pastoral support for Māori and Pacific students.
• Administer admission, academic, and pastoral support processes.
• Collaborate with academic staff and communities to deliver timely services.

Skills

Cultural understanding

Community engagement

Administrative skills

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

Administration systems

Job description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | About the Role

To fulfil our commitment to the Vision 20:20 initiative, which aims to increase the number of Māori and Pacific health professionals through the Māori and Pacific Admission Scheme (MAPAS). TKHM seeks to recruit an inspiring individual to support our Māori and Pacific students through their cultural and educational journey within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FMHS) as the Student Support Advisor

The kaupapa of this role is:

• coordinating academic and pastoral support for Māori and Pacific students who are studying in either foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate programmes
• responsible for the administration, management and coordination of admission, academic, and pastoral support for our students.

This is an excellent opportunity to undertake responsibility and be innovative in a stimulating position that demands critical thinking as well as a practical approach.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Our team pride themselves on our positive working environment, where we work collaboratively to develop innovative solutions. We work closely and are always committed to giving and accepting feedback to ensure we provide the best service possible to our students.

He kōrero mōu | About you

The successful candidate will have an well-developed/in-depth understanding of Māori and Pacific culture to provide support, advice and mentorship to students throughout their journey with us and will have strong connections to Māori and/or Pacific communities.

In addition, you will:

• Understand the challenges Māori and Pacific students encounter while studying at university
• Have a relevant undergraduate degree
• Be able to work independently as well as within a team
• Have a high competency in administration and communication skills
• Have a demonstrated ability to build effective relationships
• Have an ability to coordinate and manage events
• Be able to collaborate and work in partnership with key academic staff
• Have excellent time management and organisational skills
• Be flexible and able to work evenings and weekends

This position is fulltime , fixed term for 18 months and the salary range is $63,600 - $79,300 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience.

For further information please refer to the Position Description

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave
• In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz