Examinations Assistant

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Examinations Assistant

• Location: Kelburn
• Type: Contract
• Post Date: Thu Feb 22 20:36:00 2024
• Ref: 932,931

• Are you interested in one of two, fixed-term, full-time roles as an Examinations Assistant starting in May?
• Can you safely handle examination papers and related documents and strictly follow policies?
• Do you have competent administration skills and stay calm under stressful conditions?

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.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting two Examinations Assistants to join the Course Admin and Timetabling team on a fixed-term, full-time contract for 7 weeks starting on 6 May 2024.

The Examinations Assistant will support the Course Administration and Timetabling team in the effective running of the University’s examination periods, including the preparation for examinations and reconciliation of scripts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Check examination papers for format and liaise with printer regarding printing and quality control of examination papers.
• Prepare examination packs and coordinate the distribution of examination papers to invigilators.
• Support special examination facility arrangements.
• Sort examination scripts and accurately check candidates’ attendance.
• Other duties as directed by the Senior Examinations Coordinator.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

You will:

• Be a motivated, confident individual who relishes working autonomously.
• Contribute positively to a high performing team.
• Have the ability to safely handle examination papers and related documents and strictly follow policy is essential.
• Thrive in this role with an excellent manner with students and staff.
• Have an ability to stay calm under stressful conditions.
• Have strong attention to details and time-management skills.
• Display highly competent administration skills and an ability to work methodically and keep on-task till the work is completed.
• Have knowledge of working in a tertiary education environment.

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

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to work for a dedicated period of time and develop or maintain good working relationships within the University.

Role Description - Initial appointment from $55,244 to $67,000 per annum, with further growth to $77,346.

Close Date for Vacancy: 1 March 2024 - We are looking at interviewing suitable candidates on the week of 4 March 2024.

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

Important - Application Steps and information

Download and complete the University Application Form , please include the position title and reference number (Examinations Assistant, #932,931).

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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