Schools and Community Recruitment Adviser

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading university. With more than 6,000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are proud to be one of the country’s largest and most diverse employers. Our people are driven by curiosity, purpose, and a shared commitment to creating positive impact for our communities.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

This is a rewarding opportunity to support and inspire the next generation of student as they consider their study pathways. In this role, you will help secondary school learners and their whānau navigate university options with confidence, ensuring they have the information, guidance and support they need to make informed decisions.

As the Schools and Community Recruitment Adviser, you will work closely with designated faculties to deliver well‑coordinated outreach, engagement and recruitment activities across schools and communities. You will serve as the key link between faculties and the Schools and Community Engagement team to ensure a cohesive, high‑quality recruitment experience. In addition, you will:

• Deliver engaging school and community presentations, events and outreach activities to attract and support prospective school‑leaver students.
• Coordinate discipline‑specific outreach, engagement and recruitment initiatives in partnership with designated faculties.
• Provide programme‑specific insights and expertise to shape compelling digital and in‑person engagement content.
• Build strong relationships with careers advisers, teachers, school leaders, students, whānau and community groups.
• Monitor school‑leaver applications, offers and enrolments in your faculty portfolio, contributing to achieving recruitment targets.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance the school‑leaver experience and strengthen engagement activities.

This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week on a permanent contract. The salary range for this role is $73,400 – $90,700, depending on skills and experience.

For more detailed information, please review 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 is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities.

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

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You are a confident communicator who enjoys building relationships and working with young people, whānau and school communities. You bring a positive, engaging presence to presentations and conversations, and you are comfortable working across diverse environments and cultural contexts.

You are highly organised, adaptable and able to balance multiple priorities during peak periods. You value collaboration, equity and inclusion, and you bring a genuine commitment to supporting learners on their educational journey.

You will bring:

• A relevant degree and/or equivalent experience, knowledge or training.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong time‑management skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Experience working collaboratively in diverse, cross‑functional teams. An understanding of the Agile methodology is advantageous
• A full, Clean New Zealand drivers license

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 17 July 2026 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Papali’i via [email protected]. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

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, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz