Student Adviser

OverviewJoin to apply for the Student Adviser role at University of Otago2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Student Adviser role at University of OtagoWho we are | Mo te timaWe are a team of highly skilled professional staff who are part of the Academic Division and are responsible for delivering an outstanding student and staff experience through high quality, effective service delivery to all of the University's internal and external customers.The role | Te mahiYou will be working as part of a team, providing high quality advice for undergraduate students ensuring they go on to have an outstanding University of Otago experience.

You will provide programme and course information along with guidance to a diverse group of undergraduate students as well as assisting students to make informed choices that support the achievement of their academic and career goals.Range of tasks include : Providing holistic, student-centric advice to help students meet their goals and aspirations while at the University of Otago.Providing accurate course advice and guidance that complies with all regulations.Helping students with information regarding the opportunities and support available such as : Career Development Centre, Disability Information and Support, International Student Support Pacific Island Centre; Te Huka Matauraka etc.Working closely with teams across Student Experience, Academic Division, Academic staff, and the wider university to provide early stage targeted advice and assistance to a variety of students.Your skills and experience | Ka pukeka me ka wheakoPrevious advisory experience.A passion for customer service and delivering exceptional service to students.Experience providing student administration or related services in a tertiary education organisation.Exposure to work in a busy or complex environment.A clear understanding of pastoral care and extracurricular services offered at Otago.Strong Microsoft office and PC skills (eVision a plus).

Due to the nature of the Academic Division, the range of tasks and responsibilities is broad and may require performing duties at different workplaces or locations across campus.

We are committed to on-going training and development in order to upskill successful candidates in areas that they desire more exposure to.Details | PurokoThis is a full time (37.5 hours per week), fixed term position until 31 July 2026 and is based on our University campus in Otepoti, Dunedin.The appointment range for this role is $69,931 to $74,609 per annum.

Top of the range is $80,285.You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours.

This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.For further information, please contact Andrew Campbell, Team Leader Student Development via the contact details below.Application | TonoTo submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button below.

Applications quoting reference number 2501376 will close on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeTemporaryJob functionAdministrativeHigher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at University of Otago by 2xGet notified about new Student Adviser jobs in Dunedin, Otago, New ZealandRelated rolesThis description references roles such as Early Childhood Teacher, Primary School Teachers – Relocate to the Northern Territory, Resource Teacher of the Deaf, etc.

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