Company DescriptionWaipapa Taumata Rau | The University of AucklandThe University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ's largest employers.Our mission and values place a strong emphasis on both our student body and our scholarly community, and we work with both community and enterprise to advance the well-being of the peoples of Auckland and New Zealand, with a clear commitment to pursuing sustainability.Job DescriptionTe Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunityTe Tumu Herenga | Libraries and Learning Services have an opportunity for an Executive Assistant. The role will be a key partner to our leadership team while partnering with the Business Support team in the delivery of high-quality support services for Te Tumu Herenga.This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent opportunity.The salary range for this role is $68,600 - $84,700 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.For more detailed information on the role, please review theMō tō mātou rōpū | About the teamThis role is part of the Business Support team, which supports the division's operations by providing administration, facility and health and safety services. The team works collaboratively and flexibly with all Te Tumu Herenga teams across different sites.He kōrero mōu | About youYou will be a good communicator, organised, proactive and willing to learn. You enjoy being the go-to-person.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring high levels of customer service focus and excellent organisational skills.
Experience working in an EA or Office Manager role.
Comfortable working with people from a wide range of backgrounds
Knowledge or an interest in Te Ao Māori principles and how to embed those into your work.
If you are unsure you tick all the boxes, but have a fantastic attitude and can learn skills quickly, please submit an application - we're interested in speaking with you to see if we could support and train you.Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake
Excellent proven relationship building skills.
Excellent communication including both written and verbal and interpersonal skills.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft suite of programmes including MS Teams.
An ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative to solve complex problems requiring judgment and accurate interpretation of established information.
Knowledge of Te Ao Māori and/or te reo Māori or a Pacific language would be an advantage.
Knowledge of systems and processes at the University would be an advantage.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyApplications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 31 May 2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.Please reach out to Hannah Weissler on for more information. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.Please be aware we review applications as they come in and might appoint the right candidate before the advert closing date.For further support on applying and how to write your cover letter or create a CV please see the staff intranet site detailing how to .Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offerThe 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 .Additional InformationEquityThe 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 toThe University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit
