International Student Advisor

Nga korero mo te turanga - About the role

Join our dedicated International Student Services team and make a real impact supporting international students at the University of Waikato!

We have two exciting fixed-term International Student Advisor roles available.

In this dynamic role, you'll provide personalised pastoral care, guidance, and support to help students feel welcomed, safe, and connected throughout their university journey.

Working collaboratively across the University and with external partners, you'll help deliver engaging events, workshops, and orientation programmes that foster belonging and success.

You'll also contribute as part of a supportive, multifunctional team, taking responsibility for a portfolio area while assisting with wider team initiatives.

To succeed, you will :

• Have experience supporting students, ideally in tertiary education.
• Understand the unique challenges international students face.
• Be an excellent communicator (bilingual skills an advantage).
• Bring strong administrative and digital skills with a compassionate, proactive approach.
• Must have working rights in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

If you're passionate about student wellbeing and cultural engagement, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The salary for this position will be in the range of $71,275 to $84,695 per year, depending on the skills, knowledge, and experience the successful candidate brings.

We are recruiting for two roles :

• One full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
• One part-time position (22.5 hours per week)

Both roles are 12-month fixed-term appointments to support organisational priorities and project requirements.

These positions are based at our Hillcrest Campus.

For more information on the role please see the position description.

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Alyssa Wolk-Bankier, International Student Services Manager,

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

Ko wai koe?

• Who are you?

You are a compassionate, culturally aware professional with strong communication, organisational, and administrative skills.

You thrive in a student-focused environment, bringing empathy, initiative, and professionalism to everything you do.

With experience supporting people from diverse backgrounds - ideally within the tertiary sector - you're confident navigating multiple systems, managing priorities, and building positive relationships.

Your proactive and flexible approach, combined with cultural understanding and a commitment to excellence, ensures international students feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

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.

Ko wai matou?

• Who are we?

The Student Services Division provides a comprehensive range of relevant student services that support teaching, learning and research and enrich the Waikato student experience.

The work of Student Services is comprised of the following : pastoral care, international student support, health, counselling, accommodation, and the Tauranga campus student support services.

The Director Student Services and Pastoral Care is responsible for the overall management of the Student Services Division, with assistance from a team of Associate Directors and Managers

He aha nga take me tono mai ai koe?

• Why should you 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.

Ko te Tangata - 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, 5 December

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