MAPAS Student Support Advisor
Join our Maori and Pacific Admission Scheme team in a dynamic and exciting student support role for Maori and Pacific students!
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Government
Company: The University of Auckland
Location: Auckland
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +64-4-231-5548
Fax: +64-7-222-1539
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Detail information about job MAPAS Student Support Advisor. Terms and conditions vacancy
Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
We are seeking a dynamic, proactive and enthusiastic individual to join our Māori and Pacific Admission Scheme team,in a student support role for Māori and Pacific students.
This exciting role is responsible for coordinating academic and pastoral support for Māori and Pacific students who are studying in either foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate programmes within the Faculty of Medical and Health Science. You will be responsible for the administration, management and coordination of admission, academic, and pastoral support for our students.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking somebody who can:
- understand the issues Māori and Pacific students face while studying at university
- understand the University and tertiary sector framework
- relate to Māori and Pacific students and their needs
- collaborate and work in partnership with key academic staff
- be flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
We envisage you will have an undergraduate degree, with well rounded administrative skills. You'll be an expert communicator, adept at forming effective professional relationships.
Naturally, your organisational and time management skills will be first class, lending themselves well to your ability to coordinate and manage events.
You will also be highly adaptable, enabling you to work independently as well as you work as part of a team.
Why us?
This is an exciting opportunity to take on real responsibility, and bring your innovative approach to a role that demands critical thinking as well as a practical approach.
The University of Auckland itself is a truly great place to work. Offering five weeks' annual leave, over 300 courses and workshops designed to support your professional development, and standout facilities for staff members who are also parents, it's easy to see why we've just been voted one of New Zealand's most attractive employers.*
This is a full-time position, available for a fixed term until the end of 2020.
*Randstad Awards 2017.
Applications close on Sunday, 29 July 2018.
For further information and to apply online please visit www.auckland.ac.nz/opportunities
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 Maori, Pacific, women, LGBTI, equity groups, parenting support and flexible work go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
Direct enquiries only please - no agencies.