The University of Auckland | Waipapa Taumata Rau

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and one of the world’s major research universities.  We employ over 5400 academic and professional staff to support the success of 41,000+ students. 

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We have two exciting opportunities to join our Event Services Team at the University of Auckland as an Event and Conference Planner, both permanent and fixed term (12 months) opportunities are available.

An Events and Conference Planner will focus on delivering both academic conferences and student events. They will work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, and will be accountable for end-to-end event management, including project planning, budget management, risk assessment, customer communications, onsite management and debriefs. They will provide expertise, guidance and advice to ensure informed and timely decisions are made ensuring the success of the event.

Both positions are full-time at are based at the Auckland City Campus.
The salary range is between $54,700 - 74,000 based on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on this role, please view the Position Description.

About the team | Mō tō mātou rōpū

This is a great opportunity to work for an internationally recognised organisation in a fast-paced, professional environment with flexible hours.

Reporting to Event Services, you will work collaboratively with a team of dedicated, innovative and proactive individuals ensuring successful delivery of a wide variety of events – from formal dinners and conferences to recruitment events and everything in between.

About you | He kōrero mōu

Our ideal candidate will have a minimum for 2-3 years’ experience implementing both virtual and in-person events, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to inform and advise stakeholders. You will need to hit the ground running and be able to multi-task and work confidently under pressure. You’ll need to use your initiative, and work both independently as well as part of a team.

This role would suit a highly organised go getter with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach. Event experience within a tertiary institution or business events would be an advantage.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

• Experience in a similar role is required and qualification in Events or tertiary degree is preferred.
• Experience producing virtual events
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong administrative skills
• Database management desirable
• High attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
• High level of competence with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PPT Teams and Outlook.
• Experience with event management software (ideally Events Air).

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou 

The University of Auckland is dedicated to providing an excellent and stimulating environment for its employees which ensures a healthy work-life balance through: 

• Five weeks’ annual leave per annum 
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Over 300 different career development courses.
• Discounted, onsite childcare, parking and various leisure and recreation services.

For more information on the benefits of working here, see our Staff Benefits page.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

Applications must be submitted online to be considered. Applications will close on either Sunday 14th August 2022 or once we have filled this role. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

We will be contacting candidates as they apply, and this advert may close earlier if needed. 

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