Postgraduate Coordinator (Fixed Term)

Job Description:

•  Join a supportive Postgraduate Office team within the Faculty of Design & Creative Technologies
• Play a key role in supporting postgraduate student success and research growth
• Fixed-term, full-time role based at AUT's City Campus

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.

Our community is stronger because of the role Te Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

Te Ara Auaha, AUT’s Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies, places design at the centre of transdisciplinary learning and research. Bringing together architecture and built environment, art and design, creative technologies, communication studies, and engineering, computer and mathematical sciences, the faculty creates a dynamic environment where diverse disciplines intersect.

As part of Aotearoa New Zealand’s university of technology and opportunity, we equip students with immersive, practical experiences that prepare them to thrive in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven world. Through collaboration, innovation and applied learning, we develop knowledge with real-world impact, shaping industries, communities and future environments.

To learn more about our faculty and programmes offered, please visit: 

https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/faculties-and-schools/faculty-of-design-and-creative-technologies 

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi 

The Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies is seeking to appoint a Postgraduate Coordinator based at the City Campus on an 18-month fixed-term basis. The Postgraduate Coordinator is a key member of the Faculty's Postgraduate Office team, ensuring the effective administration of the Faculty's postgraduate programmes. The Postgraduate Coordinator will work with the Postgraduate Manager to support continued growth in the Faculty's postgraduate community and research capability.

This is a front-line role that requires professionalism and confidentiality in relationships with students, staff and the public. The Postgraduate Coordinator must be able to follow established guidelines and procedures within a regulatory framework to complete the range of duties required in this role with minimal supervision.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT you’ll be part of a values-led university with a strong, caring culture, flexible working, generous annual leave and support to thrive in your role and career. We provide the tools, trust, recognition frameworks and cultural capability development programmes to help you make a meaningful contribution. Learn more about our competitive benefits tailored to all staffhttps://www.aut.ac.nz/about/careers-at-aut/working-at-aut/staff-benefits.

https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/careers-at-aut/working-at-aut/staff-benefits

About you | Ko wai koe 

As a professional staff member at AUT, you’ll help our university thrive by improving services, supporting students and staff and driving practical improvements across our campuses. We’re looking for people with energy, curiosity and openness to new ideas who bring a collaborative, adaptable approach and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

You’ll also bring cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience supporting Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Have exceptional communication and people skills and be able to relate to people from all cultures and walks of life
• Have an in-depth understanding of academic administration
• Be highly organised, methodical and possess a high level of attention to detail
• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criteria listed above.

Please note - all applications must be submitted through the online application process on AUT’s careers website.

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Start Date: Late September 2026
• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $76,000 - $102,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• For further information: please send us an enquiry or call 09 921 9499 

Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 11 August 2026, 11:55pm

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96249

*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week

At AUT we strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We are committed to te Tiriti, excellence and inclusivity and aspire to be the University of choice for Māori and Pacific communities. We welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

Please note that all applications must be submitted through the online application process. For further information, please send us an enquiry here or call 921 9499. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. You will need to apply through the standard registration process.

Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.

With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.