Engagement Develpment Manager

**Company Description** Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland**

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have six academic faculties and 13 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

Our lecturers and health researchers are regarded as experts in their fields, frequently directing global research projects designed to better the lives of New Zealanders and the world, and in turn passing this knowledge on to our students.

**Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team**

Ā mātou manawa (our breath). Ko Waipapa Taumata Rau ko au, Ko au ko Waipapa Taumata Rau The pōwhiri; a traditional tikanga based welcome for all. Bringing people together to share, engage and form a bond as one.

The University of Auckland encapsulates this process as an essential model to welcome new prospective students and their whānau to the University.

Ā mātou mahi (our role) The f Schools and Community Engagement Team champion the values of Taumata Teitei. Ourengagements are mana enhancing,our kōrero inspiring and our actions empowering in preparing students for the secondary journey and the next phases of their voyage through education.

**Job Description** Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

The position is for a Lower North Island Engagement Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing a strong strategic plan to work alongside school students, teachers including senior secondary leaders such as HODs and principals and career advisors, to achieve effective pathways from Wellington/Lower North Island schools to Waipapa Taumata Rau, the University of Auckland

This is a **fulltime** (**37.5 hours per week**), **permanent** position. The salary range for this role is between $96,800- $119,500 dependent on skills and experience. The role is based in Wellington and works from home, with visits to schools and communities across the region, and on occasion to Auckland. A full, clean, driver’s license is required. A car is provided for work purposes.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description. where you will find more information on the responsibilities of the role.
**Qualifications** He kōrero mōu | About you**

We are looking for someone who is an excellent communicator and presenter with experience working with students in a secondary school environment.

**Knowledge and Skills**

**Essential**:

- Bachelor’s degree or relevant tertiary qualification
- An understanding of the NZ secondary school system including NCEA, IB and CIE
- Experience in engagement/facilitation - both in-person and digital strategies
- Experience with stakeholder relationship development, at both executive/senior and service delivery levels
- Experience in the development and implementation of market
- strategies for specific segments
- Demonstrated skills in strategic planning, management, and leadership
- within complex environments.
- Strong understanding, competence, and confidence in te ao Māori
- Committed to acknowledging, maintaining, and restoring the mana and tapu of individuals, whānau, and communities (Kia Whakamana i te Tangata).
- Proven track record in building and sustaining effective partnerships with stakeholders to achieve strategic goals.

**Additional Information** 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)
- Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
- 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.

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of **27 May 2025** to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

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