- Full time permanent role
- Work-life balance
- Career Development
Kia hiwa rā!
At Unitec, we're passionate about the power of education to positively change the lives of our learners, their family and wider communities. We make sure our learners are well equipped for the future needs of employers, by providing them with a mix of hands-on and classroom-based learning.
Te āheinga: The opportunity
The Unitec Pathway College (UPC) is responsible for increasing and enhancing Unitec's visibility and reputation to secure prospective students including secondary-aged students and their key influencers through schools/Kura and other avenues.
The UPC team is a high-performing team. They have redefined and significantly improved our relationships with secondary schools and kura kaupapa/kura whānau.
As a Secondary School and Community Liaison you will:
- Strengthen Unitec's Visibility and Reputation
- Build and Maintain Strategic Relationships
- Drive Student Recruitment Initiatives
- Provide Tailored Guidance and Support.
- Coordinate and Host Engagement Activities
- Plan and Execute Outreach Strategies
- Ensure Accurate Data Management
- Promote Equity and Cultural Responsiveness
- Support Organisational Goals and Wellbeing
For more information, please see the Unitec Pathways College thru the following link:
https://www.unitec.ac.nz/about-us/contact-us/schools/unitec-pathways-college
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Please refer to the Position Description for further information about the role.
He kōrero mōu: About you
At the heart of your success will be your strong interpersonal skills, and your ability to build and leverage workplace relationships.
You'll have:
- Evidence of active engagement in building diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces/environments
- High energy and drive to engage and inspire individuals and key influencers, motivate large groups, group facilitation skills and experience, particularly with youth.
- Skills in developing strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders.
- A strong customer-centric approach.
- Attention to detail and target driven.
- Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills.
- Understanding of tertiary with a relevant qualification.
It is important to us that you have an understanding or desire to learn Te Reo Māori, Tikanga Māori and the values and practices of Kaupapa Māori and a demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Tā mātau rourou: What we offer
We might be biased but joining us at Unitec will mean you're committing to a work culture that you'll want to be a part of! You'll be working within a close-knit team and will also work closely with other teams across Unitec, giving you plenty of opportunities to get to know the wider group and the chance to give back to tomorrow's generation.
Tono mai: How to Apply
To be considered for this position, applicants must be a NZ Citizen or NZ Permanent Resident.
Apply now including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are interested and how you meet the requirements for the role. Application will close on 20th of June 2025 at 17:00.
Please note: We are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. We do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply.
Unitec is a business division of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Disclaimer: This position has been identified as a potential redeployment for kaimahi who have had their position impacted by the National Office review process. Therefore, in assessing applications, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority.
Unitec is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.