Unitec | Te Pūkenga Looking for Student Central Assistants at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

• Casual role
• Gain work experience in a fast-paced environment as part of the Student Central team
• Be part of a supportive and tight-knit team

Kia hiwa rā!

At Unitec – part of Te Pukenga, we’re passionate about the power of education to positively change the lives of our learners, their family and wider communities. We make sure our learners are well equipped for the future needs of employers, by providing them with a mix of hands-on and classroom-based learning.

Te āheinga: The opportunity

You’ll be the face of Unitec, delivering professional and culturally appropriate services to prospective, current, and graduating learners. These services include applications and enrolments, issuing of ID cards, IT support, and course advice. The role requires you to act as a ‘relationship manager’ for the learners and take full responsibility for a successful interaction, process, and end resolution.

This is a casual role that acts as the support for administrative duties during each peak season.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the position.

He kōrero mōu: About you

You’ll Have

• An understanding or desire to learn Te Reo Māori, Tikanga Māori, and the values and practices of Kaupapa Māori
• Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments
• Previous experience working in a busy reception, administration or customer service role
• Ability to interact sensitively and empathetically with a diverse range of people experiencing challenges, stress and anxiety
• Excellent communication skills, ability to interact with a range of external and internal stakeholders including, students, academic and professional staff
• Excellent computer skills, including common office applications
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
• Track record of contributing to team success
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Tā mātau rourou: What we offer

We might be biased, but joining us at Unitec will mean you’re committing to a work culture that you’ll want to be a part of! You’ll be working within a close-knit team. You will also work closely with other teams across Unitec, giving you plenty of opportunities to get to know the wider group and the chance to give back to tomorrow’s generation.

Tono mai: How to Apply

Click APPLY. Application will close on 6th of February 2024 at 17:00.

Please note: We are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. We do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply.

Unitec – part of Te Pukenga is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.