Administrator

• Team 1
• College of Sciences
• Palmerston North

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Professional Grade 4 48596 - 71027
College of Sciences
Term length: ongoing
Hours of work: full-time

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time Administrator to join the College of Sciences to provide comprehensive, high quality administration support within the recently formed Finance and Research Administration team.

The College of Sciences - Te Wāhanga Pūtaiao seeks innovative solutions to challenges facing our world, with expertise in areas such as agriculture, construction, food technology and veterinary science. We are research-led and provide transformative learning experiences to prepare our students for success in their chosen fields and deliver globally relevant solutions to fundamental and applied scientific challenges.

We offer world-leading and unique programmes across our specialities. Massey ranks highly in the top vet schools in the world and is internationally accredited. Our agriculture programme is number one in New Zealand according to global rankings.

Roles available at this time will support the finance and research administration functions across Manawatū and Auckland campuses.

It is expected that the successful candidate will be motivated, a team player, a good communicator, and capable of independent thinking.

Applicants must have at least 3 years of work experience in a role that involves office administration activities with a reputed organisation, and experience and understanding of financial processes is essential. Experience with a tertiary organisation will be an advantage.

You will bring:

• The ability to manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
• Solid problem solving and organisation skills.
• A high level of personal integrity, initiative, and confidentiality.
• Experience in serving major and complex committees.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with University systems and processes (ideally) including CiA/TechOne, FlexiPurchase, SharePoint, Power BI, Rapid, SMS and online travel bookings, or other purchasing systems.

The position will be based on the Manawatū campus in Palmerston North.

The role requires:

• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills, being receptive and helpful when dealing with a diverse range of people within the University and externally.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to handle varying levels of complexity and meet multiple deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, with a high level of maturity, initiative, and personal integrity.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and the ability to question.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Massey University is committed to being a Tiriti-led organisation. It is therefore expected that applicants will have an appreciation of the Aotearoa New Zealand context and of the needs and aspirations of Māori.

In addition to a competitive salary, Massey also offers:  

• Up to 6.75% employer contribution to the UniSaver Superannuation Scheme.
• Five university holidays per year in addition to your annual leave.
• Subsidised Southern Cross Healthcare plan for you and your family. 
• Special staff rates available for campus gym membership.
• Staff purchasing privileges and discounts at many commercial and retail businesses across NZ.
• Access to a wonderful on-Campus crèche /day care facilities for dependents of staff on our Manawatū campus
• Comprehensive professional development and training programmes

This position is full of opportunities, and the chance to be an integral part of an exciting and dynamic new team - if you are seeking a new challenge and have a service centric approach - apply now!

Please apply with a CV and a cover letter which highlights your relevant experience and your fit for the role.

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