Student Development and Engagement Manager

This is an exciting time for the Faculty of Engineering. As New Zealand’s leading Faculty of Engineering, we are on a transformative path to further build on our reputation as a global institution improving the lives of New Zealanders and the global community.

The role

We welcome around 1000 new students every year to add to our overall student population. Our goal is to empower talented students with core techniques for solving problems, within an environment that creates opportunity for innovation and leadership.

To be successful in the role you will be able to demonstrate previous (or transferable) experience in establishing a strategy for development and engagement activities that support students from enrolment to graduation, which reflect individual and cultural requirements.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the University to leverage ideas and promote occasions to enhance the student experience. Your affinity with the perspectives and aspirations of engineering students will allow you to harness the leadership capabilities of students to help affect real change.

Reporting to the Director of Faculty Operations your ability to retain a strategic focus whilst delivering on initiatives will be an important asset.

This is a unique opportunity to provide an inspirational leadership role to develop graduates who are successful, globally confident citizens.

Why us?

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through flexible employment practices and a culture that encourages and supports staff to reach their full potential. We offer a competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave per year, and over 300 different career development courses. In addition, the University offers a company superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, childcare and a number of other subsidies on internal and external services.

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, LGBTI, equity groups, parenting support and flexible work go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz.

Apply now!

Applications for this role will close on Sunday the 30th of April.