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Do you have experience organizing/delivering events and maintaining budgets?Have you got proven knowledge of what it takes to live successfully in communal living?Are you passionate about working with tertiary students to foster a positive and welcoming community living environment?Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting Community Advisers to join the Campus Operations Directorate team in providing support to students living in university accommodation. These roles are available on a fixed-term, part-time contract for 15 or 30 hours per week.A focus on connecting residents to university services ensuring their academic success, wellbeing, welfare and health & safety is front of mind. To be successful in the role, we are looking for mature, fun, flexible advisers who can balance support for the students and meeting the University’s obligations for pastoral care in compliance with the Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021.Ō pūmanawa - About you This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is passionate about working with students and creating a positive living and learning environment, is a team player, well-organised, proactive, quick to learn, and adaptable. You do not need to be a current student to apply.Key requirements:Proven knowledge of what it takes to live successfully in communal living. Experience organising and delivering events and maintaining budgets. Experience living or working across cultures; with a particular understanding of Māori, Pasifika, and international students. Computer literacy and knowledge; ability to use social media (Facebook, Instagram etc.)Able to facilitate events programmes as required during the academic year. Mature and responsible; maintains professional and appropriate relationships.Demonstrates previous success at being a positive role model. Demonstrates initiative and sound judgement, with an ability to think on your feet. At least an NZ clean restricted driver’s license. Role Descriptions: Click below to see further information, including salary details.Community Adviser - First Year HallCommunity Adviser - Independent LivingIf these links are not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University career's page.Close date for vacancy: 27 July 2026.Contact Details: If you have any questions regarding these roles, please get in touch with Katrina Rogers, ([email protected]).IMPORTANT - Application steps and information: To complete your application, please submit your application through the apply now option button on this advert AND complete this form. Your application will not be complete until you have completed both parts. There is no need to submit a CV or cover letter as everything we need is requested in the form. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. About UsMō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.

Are you a strategic leader with a hands-on and data-driven approach to deliver growth?Can you lead high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams while juggling competing priorities?Have you got senior experience (5+ years) in student recruitment/transition and delivering recruitment strategies?Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Manu Tāiko - Associate Director, Future Students to join the Future Students and Student Operations Team on a permanent, full-time basis.Key responsibilities:Provide operational leadership across the Future Students teams in Wellington and Auckland.Foster an inclusive, high-performing culture while overseeing health and safety, risk, business continuity, budgets, strategic projects and deputising for the Manutaki - Director.Design and deliver an evidence-based domestic recruitment strategy and annual operational plan.Run the nationwide schools programme and major events.Ensure robust data capture/CRM follow-up and effective digital, web and collateral.Oversee segment-led recruitment programmes for school leavers, career changers/mature learners, and postgraduate/professional learners, including targeted initiatives for Māori and Pasifika.Drive course advice and conversion by training and enabling advisers, monitoring service metrics, and collaborating across Admissions, Enrolments, Marketing, Accommodation and Scholarships to lift applicant-to-enrolment outcomes.Build and steward relationships with faculties, central services, secondary schools, sector bodies and community partners.Work with Strategy and Planning to provide market intelligence and strategic advice to inform new initiatives and continuous improvement.Ō pūmanawa - About youYou will be an experienced student-recruitment leader who blends strategic thinking with a hands-on, data-driven approach to deliver growth. You build trusted relationships across diverse communities and communicate with impact, with a strong commitment to equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The ideal candidate will thrive in dynamic environments, mentoring teams to high performance while juggling competing priorities with calm, sound judgment.Key requirements:Senior experience (5+ years) in tertiary student recruitment/transition with a track record delivering recruitment and conversion strategies informed by data.Demonstrated leadership of high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams; strong project/change management, budgeting and meaningful reporting/metrics capability.Advanced relationship-building, presentation and influencing skills; confident representing the University with schools, whānau, communities and sector organisations.Proven commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity.Experience working cross-culturally (especially with Māori and Pasifika learners).Solid knowledge of degree structures and university policies.Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details. If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page. Close date for vacancy: 24 July 2026.Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Monique Warder, Director, Future Students (0278988840, [email protected]).How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.About UsMō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.

Are you experienced in relationship and team building?Have you completed at least two years of tertiary study or are an exceptional 2nd year student?Do you understand the importance of equity, diversity and inclusion and can foster a vibrant and safe community?Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the roleTe Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting for Kaiārahi ā-kāinga rua - Residential Advisers to join the Campus Operations team on a fixed-term, part-time basis in 2027.The Directorate of Campus Operations actively engages with, supports, mentors and inspires our students, and provides them with a distinctively 'Te Herenga Waka’ experience.Key responsibilities:Living in the hall and reporting to the Tumuaki Taupuni - Head of Hall, Kaiārahi ā-kāinga rua - Residential Advisers (RAs) work closely with hall staff and the RA team to support, create, and maintain a welcoming and respectful hall community. RAs are required to be committed for the full academic year and gain experience working in a rewarding environment with a diverse range of students. RAs become a leader in the hall community, helping to connect students to the University student services. The RA teams, with support from management, plan and deliver engaging activities in the hall to help students meet new friends, succeed in their studies, and feel at home. RAs work approximately 30 hours per fortnight, consisting mainly of evening and weekend shifts. All successful applicants are required to complete a comprehensive training, starting late-January. During the two-week training period you are required to be available to work 40 hours a week.There are a number of roles available across all of our first year Halls, you will be asked your preference of first year hall throughout the application process. If you want to apply for an independent living community adviser role please see our other advert. Ō pūmanawa - About youYou will be able to demonstrate actively engaging with others in the University and wider community. Your ability to relate well to a wide range of people, staying calm under pressure, and having a positive attitude will have you widely respected. An RA is also a student so you must be ready to balance the RA role and your classes, assessments, and exams. We’re looking for someone who:Will be a 3rd year student or higher, or an exceptional 2nd year student.Is willing to live on-site and be an active member of the hall community.Is an experienced community builder, and is committed to fostering a vibrant, safe and supportive community. You will have experience working across cultures, including Māori and Pasifika, and can engage and communicate well with a diverse range of students.Can work approximately 30 hours a fortnight on a roster, mainly evening and weekend shifts (some weeks will be more involved than others).During the two-week compulsory training starting in late January, RAs will be required to work 40 hours per week.Is happy to complete a range of basic administrative and light cleaning tasks when requested.Enjoys living with lots of people, and coping with the vibrancy and high activity level that comes with living in a large community.Truly enjoys meeting and approaching new people, making them feel at ease, and can connect with others.Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details. If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page. Close date for vacancy: 27 July 2026. Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Katrina Rogers ([email protected]).How to apply: To complete your application, please complete this form. There is no need to submit a CV or cover letter as everything we need is requested in the form. If you cannot submit your application without uploading supporting documents, please simply upload a blank document if necessary.About UsMō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.

Can you lead recruitment strategies or programmes that contribute to measurable outcomes?Are you an experienced leader in student recruitment, engagement, marketing, or a related field?Do you have experience developing teams in a complex, service-focused or target-driven environment?Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Manu Tāiko - Associate Director, Student Recruitment Pathways to join the Future Students and Student Operations group on a permanent, full-time basis.Key responsibilities:Lead the planning, delivery and continuous improvement of domestic student recruitment pathway activity.Provide leadership and direction to recruitment staff, supporting a high-performing, inclusive and results-focused team culture.Develop recruitment plans and approaches informed by data, market insights and strategic priorities.Build strong working relationships with Faculties, Schools, community partners and internal University stakeholders.Support coordinated recruitment, outreach and conversion activity across the prospective student journey.Use reporting, evaluation and performance information to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.Represent the University professionally with external stakeholders and sector partners.Ō pūmanawa - About youYou will be an experienced leader in student recruitment, engagement, marketing, business development, education or a related field. You will be confident working at both strategic and operational levels, able to influence others, manage ambiguity and lead teams through competing priorities and peak periods.Key requirements:Significant senior-level experience in student recruitment, transition, marketing, business development or a related education field.Proven experience leading recruitment strategies or programmes that contribute to measurable outcomes.Experience leading and developing teams in a complex, service-focused or target-driven environment.Strong relationship management, networking, presentation and influencing skills.Experience using data, reporting and insights to support planning and decision-making.Demonstrated commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity of access and culturally responsive engagement.Strong judgement, communication, project management and change management capability.Understanding of the tertiary education environment and domestic student recruitment context.Role Description: Click here to see further information. If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page. Close date for vacancy: 24 July 2026.Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Monique Warder ([email protected]).How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.About UsMō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.