Programme Advisor - Centre For Innovation And Entrepreneurship

Programme Advisor – Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Join the University of Auckland as a Programme Advisor in the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) – a multi-award-winning entrepreneurship centre hosted in the Business School.

About the Centre

The University of Auckland creates globally transformative impacts through research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative partnerships, inspired by its unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific.

CIE excels at developing innovative and entrepreneurial mindsets and capabilities in students and staff from all faculties, helping transform ideas into impactful ventures led by students, researchers, and staff.

Opportunity

The CIE Programme Advisor manages designated programmes, leading the co-design, management and delivery of a portfolio of innovation and entrepreneurship programmes, and supporting the operational delivery of the full suite of programmes.

This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) fixed-term (1 year) position.

The remuneration range is $72,000–$88,900, depending on skills and experience.

Responsibilities

Co-design, manage and deliver CIE's co-curricular and curricular initiatives, workshops and programmes.

Lead collaborative, fast-moving environments and energise and represent CIE at launch and celebration events.

Support the operational delivery of programmes and engage with students, researchers and staff.

Qualifications

3+ years' experience in event and programme design and delivery.

Experience in a co-working, incubator or entrepreneurship programme environment.

Strong customer service mindset and focus on community engagement and relationship building.

Excellent attention to detail, planning and project management skills.

Important Skills

People-management, mentoring, coaching and community-building ability.

Relationship-managing skills with diverse stakeholders.

Experience in a complex administrative or programme coordination role.

High computer literacy, especially with Microsoft 365 and digital collaboration tools.

Time-management, organisational skills, prioritisation and ability to meet deadlines.

Problem-solving, judgement and decision-making skills.

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for liaison and negotiation.

Willingness to work outside regular office hours during key events.

What We Offer

Excellent campus facilities.

Flexible employment practices.

Up to 6.75 % company superannuation scheme.

Competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave.

Career development programmes, discounted car parking, parental leave allowance, childcare and several discounts on internal and external services.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 19 November

Include a cover letter and CV highlighting your skills and experiences.

If you have questions, contact Kim at

Applications by email are not accepted.

Equity Statement

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.

For further information on services for Maori, Pacific, women, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances, visit .

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other (Higher Education)

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