Campaign Marketing Advisor

Overview

Be part of a standout, high-impact national campaign

Work alongside a creative, supportive team

Grow your skills in a dynamic university environment

About the role

At the University of Waikato, we're on a mission to inspire and attract the next generation of students and we're looking for a Campaign Marketing Advisor to help us do just that.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of our domestic marketing and recruitment strategy, leading the charge in creating and delivering advertising campaigns that cut through the noise.

From concept to execution, you'll play a key role in strengthening the University brand, building meaningful connections with our communities, and driving engagement that helps us achieve our strategic goals.

If you're passionate about marketing that makes a difference, thrive on bringing fresh ideas to life, and want to see the impact of your work contribute directly to student success and growth, this is the opportunity for you.

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 Amanda Caldwell, Senior Manager Domestic Marketing,

All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Who are you?

You're a creative and results-driven marketer with a Bachelor's degree in marketing (or related field) and at least four years' experience delivering campaigns that make an impact.

Confident across channels, you know how to plan, produce and execute marketing activity from adverts and collateral to video and digital assets while managing budgets, deadlines, and multiple stakeholders with ease.

Collaboration and communication are at the heart of your work.

You build strong relationships, influence with professionalism and diplomacy, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where initiative, flexibility, and creativity are essential.

Analytical as well as innovative, you bring both flair and attention to detail, with the drive to contribute to the University's goals and a commitment to inclusivity and partnership.

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 we are

The Marketing team's purpose is to provide best in class services which protect and build the reputation of the University amongst its diverse stakeholder groups and customers.

The team, which forms part of the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, the administrative headquarters and the Chief Executive office of the University, provides leadership in areas such as brand, marketing, and related communications activity, working closely with academic Divisions and other functions across the organisation to support the achievement of the University's strategic goals.

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 Wananga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitu orite ki nga tangata katoa.

Applications Close on Friday 3rd October 2025

Requisition number : #J-18808-Ljbffr