Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The 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. 

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are seeking a new International Student Recruitment specialist, internally referred to as an International Manager to join our International Office. As an International Manager you responsible for developing and implementing recruitment plans to grow effective recruitment channels, partnerships and student applications and enrolments in key markets, working closely with faculty. 

Whilst we remain firmly committed to our regional community, we are determined to deliver against ambitious international strategic priorities, the major objective of this exciting opportunity.

You will also play a critical role within the International Office itself, contributing to the development of strategic and annual operational plans, managing agent aggregator and other EdTech recruitment platforms to support international student recruitment targets, and raising brand awareness and direct customer preference in the designated markets. 

You will build key relationships with offshore education agencies, identifying opportunities that will aid with the growth and diversification of the international student population at the University of Auckland while meeting University targets and maintaining extensive knowledge of current market conditions and trends. You will join a high performing International Managers team that contributes to the University's International Strategy and its objectives at an exciting time as we implement our re-engagement strategy.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description.

Please note this is a permanent, full time (37.5 hours/ week) position, with a salary range of $90,000 - $101,000 depending on skills and experience.

About you | He kōrero mōu

• The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of international student recruitment, business development, stakeholder engagement and management to achieve agreed outcomes
• As experienced international education professional, you have  a commitment to results-oriented, collaborative and evidence-based ways of working
• You will have experience of international student recruitment in the tertiary education environment, achieving targets and working with academics, profiling their programmes of study, or a deep understanding of the international student market and experience, though experience working with and supporting international students or international student recruitment
• You will have a proven track record of customer relationship management, and having the professionalism to represent the University internationally. 
• Candidates will need to be experienced in data analysis and reporting, as there will be a requirement to report on market trends and student recruitment data extensively.
• Proactivity, energy, and efficiency will be key, as will an ability to inspire confidence and respect while working effectively with different groups of people and cultures.

This is a challenging and exciting role, rewarding in the tangible nature of your achievements in the position. Your efforts will directly contribute to the continued success of the University, in particular in meeting targets for the recruitment of international students, many of whom you can look forward to fostering ongoing relationships.

You should be prepared for some weekend and evening work and extensive overseas travel when borders reopen. You will have a strong desire to work within an ethos of creative collaboration and partnership.

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

Under the leadership of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Strategic Engagement) the International Office
supports the development, maintenance and strengthening of key international relationships that will enhance and enable our ability to perform as a globally competitive University.

The University of Auckland’s international objectives are to actively engage in international partnerships and activities which:

• Position the University of Auckland as a leading research university
• Support international student mobility and recruitment targets being achieved
• Enable participation in innovative and collaborative projects
• Provide international opportunities for students and staff
• Benchmark against international standards, and support the internationalisation of staff and students

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 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 Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Sunday 14th August 2022 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

Please reach out to Vasso Koutsos via [email protected] for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. 

Overseas Applicants

In response to COVID-19 the New Zealand Government imposed travel restrictions but have recently announced a five-step plan for a phased border re-opening. This phased re-opening will take some time and this may alter the nature of the standard interview process for offshore candidates, particularly at the on-site interview stage. To see how this might affect your application and for more information and updates on the border restrictions and phased re-opening, please visit the Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government's official Covid-19 website.

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, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz