October 22, 2024

University of Otago

Dunedin

OTHER

Administrator - School of Biomedical Sciences

DIVISIONAL SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATION

Salary + 6.75% Superannuation + 5 Weeks Annual Leave.
Long Service Leave and additional Paid Parental Leave Entitlements.
Ongoing Professional and Career Development Opportunities.

About our team/Mō te tīma
Divisional Services and Administration is a team of highly skilled professionals responsible for delivering outstanding student and staff experiences through high quality, confidential secretarial and administrative support services. We are a strong supportive whakawhanaungatanga (community), proud of the work we do as the largest workforce in the university, spanning every corner of the motu.
The role/Te mahi
We are seeking a proactive, organised and enthusiastic candidate to join our team as an Administrator in the School of Biomedical Sciences.
In this role, you will play a vital part in providing essential administrative support, welcoming staff and students, and collaborating effectively with your team members.
Key responsibilities may include general administrative services and operational support, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching administration, transactional finance administration, and coordinating and supporting Human Resources processes.
Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
You will have excellent time management and critical thinking skills. You are a good communicator with strong attention to detail, and a collaborative and engaging style, able to work with various stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
You are passionate about accuracy, continuous improvement and have a high level of independence and initiative.

Additional skills required are:

Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, with ability to adapt and navigate new systems.
A customer service focus and willingness to be adaptable and flexible.
An ongoing commitment to positive outcomes for our students, staff, and visitors.
Dedication to working in a culturally safe and respectful manner and demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and Pasifika values.

Further details/Pūroko
This is a permanent, full-time (37.5 hours) position, based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.
The appointment range for this role is $59,285 to $63,651. Top of range is $68,744.
The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.
For further information or to discuss the role in confidence - please contact Emily Bisset via the contact details.
Application/Tono
Applications quoting reference number 2401613 will close on Tuesday, 5 November 2024.
Applications will be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.