Business Support Coordinator

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Business Support Coordinator

• Location: Kelburn
• Type: Permanent
• Post Date: Wed Jan 31 00:05:49 2024
• Ref: 547

• Have you previously worked in customer service within an autonomous environment?
• Do you have experience in the implementation and management of efficient administrative and financial processes?
• Are you a motivated, customer-focused individual with exceptional communication skills, and a knack for managing diverse workloads?

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university.

Our core ethical values are respect, responsibility, fairness, integrity, and empathy. These core ethical values are demonstrated in our commitment to sustainability, wellbeing, inclusivity, equity, diversity, collegiality, and openness. With, and as, tangata whenua, we value Te Tiriti o Waitangi, rangatiratanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, whai mātauranga, whanaungatanga, and akoranga.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a vibrant and proactive Business Support Coordinator to join our innovative Future Students team. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be at the forefront of a thriving educational community and contribute to a period of exciting development.

You will play a key role in ensuring the University’s Kelburn-based Future Students team have the logistics in place to get out there and be successful. This permanent position, offering flexibility with four or five days per week, empowers you to provide top-notch customer service, efficient administrative support, and contribute to the success of diverse recruitment events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the on-site administrative backbone for the Future Students team in Wellington.
• Assist in organizing engaging recruitment events, both on and off campus, including delivering captivating campus tours.
• Take charge of financial administration, ensuring seamless payment processes, travel bookings, freighting and the team’s logistics.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

We're on the lookout for a motivated, customer-focused individual with initiative, exceptional communication skills, and a knack for managing diverse workloads. Your ability to build strong working relationships and provide administrative support to the team will set you apart. Effective time management, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and a creative problem-solving mindset are crucial for success.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience in customer service within an autonomous environment.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Office 365 applications and CRM systems.
• Preferred experience in an educational environment.
• Experience in the implementation and management of efficient administrative and financial

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team

Join our positive, social, and high-performing team spread across Wellington and Auckland. Immerse yourself in a collaborative and supportive work environment that values diversity and creativity. If you thrive on working in a close-knit team, contributing to groundbreaking initiatives, and love a role where each day is unique, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Don't miss out on being a part of something exceptional—apply now and be a driving force in the success of Victoria University of Wellington!

Role Description

Close Date for Vacancy: 19 February 2024. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.

Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Richard Barrett (027 7774344, [email protected] ). But applicants should follow all steps listed below.

Important - Application Steps and information

Download and complete the University Application Form . Then, please combine your cover letter, CV and the University Application Form into a single file (preferably in pdf format). Click Apply and follow the process to enter your contact details and attach your combined file (CV, cover letter and the University application form) using the “CV/Resume” button.

If you are unable to combine your documents or have further supporting documents, please email these to [email protected] stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.

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