Administrator - Operations
- University of Otago
- New Zealand
- Nov 4, 2026
Job Description:
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DIVISIONAL SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATION | WHAKARATOKA ME NGĀ WHAKARITEKA Ā-WĀHAKA
OPERATIONS DIVISION | TE WĀHANGA WHAKAHAERE
The role | Te mahi
In this role, you will be part of a team of Administrators supporting a number of areas within our Operations Division which includes Property and Campus Development, Digital Services, Transformation and Improvement, The Sustainability Office and The Office of Risk Assurance and Compliance.
This position is part of the Plaza Administration Team and is located in the Plaza Building next to Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Your days will be filled with a variety of administrative responsibilities, including but not limited to:
• First point of contact day-to-day administrative support and enquiries.
• Transactional finance, support-staff reimbursements, PCard processing, Unimarket support.
• Administration and coordination of iPad loans.
• Travel bookings and travel administration.
• Procurement of stationery and office supplies.
Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
You will have excellent administration skills, a strong customer service focus, an eye for detail, sound numeracy skills and exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. You value work ethic and thrive as a professional in an environment that requires sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality.
We are looking for candidates with:
• Experience in transactional finance tasks.
• A passion for delivering exceptional service to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of programmes.
• A self-starter attitude and a desire to continually learn and grow.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and individually, contributing to a positive team environment.
Further details | Pūroko
This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), fixed-term position for one year located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.
The appointment range for this role is $63,508 to $68,185. Top of the range is $73,640.
Candidates with Māori competency may also be considered for the Kaiwhakahaere Tari pathway, and candidates with Pacific cultural competency may be considered for the Administrator – Pacific Peoples pathway. Both roles support the University’s Māori and Pacific Strategic Frameworks by applying Māori and Pacific values and perspectives to administrative practice and supporting student and staff success. The appointment range for these roles are $69,931 to $74, 609. Top of range $80,285.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.
For further information, or to discuss this role in confidence – please contact Susan Larsen, Operations Lead, via the contact details below.
Application | Tono
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2601550 will close on Wednesday, 18 November 2026.
Applications may be reviewed as they are submitted. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
Additional Information
Contact: Susan Larsen
Position details: Administrator, Kaiwhakahaere Tari & Pacific Peoples
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Location: About Dunedin
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DIVISIONAL SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATION | WHAKARATOKA ME NGĀ WHAKARITEKA Ā-WĀHAKA
OPERATIONS DIVISION | TE WĀHANGA WHAKAHAERE
The role | Te mahi
In this role, you will be part of a team of Administrators supporting a number of areas within our Operations Division which includes Property and Campus Development, Digital Services, Transformation and Improvement, The Sustainability Office and The Office of Risk Assurance and Compliance.
This position is part of the Plaza Administration Team and is located in the Plaza Building next to Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Your days will be filled with a variety of administrative responsibilities, including but not limited to:
• First point of contact day-to-day administrative support and enquiries.
• Transactional finance, support-staff reimbursements, PCard processing, Unimarket support.
• Administration and coordination of iPad loans.
• Travel bookings and travel administration.
• Procurement of stationery and office supplies.
Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
You will have excellent administration skills, a strong customer service focus, an eye for detail, sound numeracy skills and exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. You value work ethic and thrive as a professional in an environment that requires sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality.
We are looking for candidates with:
• Experience in transactional finance tasks.
• A passion for delivering exceptional service to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of programmes.
• A self-starter attitude and a desire to continually learn and grow.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and individually, contributing to a positive team environment.
Further details | Pūroko
This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), fixed-term position for one year located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.
The appointment range for this role is $63,508 to $68,185. Top of the range is $73,640.
Candidates with Māori competency may also be considered for the Kaiwhakahaere Tari pathway, and candidates with Pacific cultural competency may be considered for the Administrator – Pacific Peoples pathway. Both roles support the University’s Māori and Pacific Strategic Frameworks by applying Māori and Pacific values and perspectives to administrative practice and supporting student and staff success. The appointment range for these roles are $69,931 to $74, 609. Top of range $80,285.
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.
For further information, or to discuss this role in confidence – please contact Susan Larsen, Operations Lead, via the contact details below.
Application | Tono
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2601550 will close on Wednesday, 18 November 2026.
Applications may be reviewed as they are submitted. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
Additional Information
Contact: Susan Larsen
Position details: Administrator, Kaiwhakahaere Tari & Pacific Peoples
Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email
Location: About Dunedin
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