Academic Specialist

Overview

• Globally recognised Triple Crown Accredited business school
• Academic operations + data + accreditation excellence
• Flexible, collegial and supportive team environment

About the role

Contribute to the academic and international success of Waikato Management School by managing key academic processes that underpin our teaching, learning, accreditation and research quality. As an Academic Specialist in the Programmes and Accreditation Unit, you’ll provide expert advice, operational leadership, and process support across curriculum development, programme quality, and accreditation systems.

From managing qualification completions and course changes, to supporting assurance of learning and coordinating site visits, this role plays a vital part in maintaining the School’s reputation for academic and administrative excellence.

Salary will be in the range of $85,279 to $97,532 per year, based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.

For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Janice Campen, Divisional Manager, Programmes and Accreditation Manager, All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.

Who are you?

You are a detail-focused professional who thrives on process accuracy, stakeholder engagement, and system improvements. Whether supporting programme reviews or preparing data for accreditation reports, your ability to work autonomously and collaboratively makes you a go-to resource for academic staff and leadership teams.

To Succeed In This Role, You Will Bring

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.

Who are we?

Waikato Management School is one of only 1% of business schools globally to hold Triple Crown Accreditation. We pride ourselves on delivering impactful, relevant, and research-informed education across undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels. Our Programmes and Accreditation Unit ensures that the systems, data and academic governance behind our programmes reflect this international standard.

Why apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.

For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakoratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close on Friday 17 October 2025

Requisition number : #J-18808-Ljbffr