Join a team that values connection, flexibility and wellbeing
Help prepare our students for future employment
Contribute to pastoral care and wellbeing of the students

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

As Clinical Placement Coordinator, you’ll be at the heart of our Division of Health’s clinical programmes, securing and supporting placements that help our students thrive. You’ll build strong relationships with industry partners, guide students through the placement process, master our MyWIL system, and keep everything running smoothly from tracking clinical hours to managing day-to-day programme operations.

You’ll also play a key role in student wellbeing, offering pastoral care, driving support initiatives, and ensuring every student feels safe, valued, and heard while on placement. Alongside this, you’ll contribute to events and communications that showcase our world-class student experience to both current and prospective learners.

Salary will be in the range of $71,275 - $84,695 per year pro rata based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a fixed term role for 1 year covering parental leave. This will be full-time (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.

For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Clare Hewins, Clinical Placement Manager, clare.hewins@waikato.ac.nz. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You’re a confident communicator with excellent organisational skills and a sharp eye for detail. With a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, you bring high levels of computer literacy, a solid understanding of the tertiary and/or health sector, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with ease. Your initiative, professionalism, and commitment to delivering outstanding service mean you can build strong relationships with students, staff, and industry partners alike.

You’re also empathetic, adaptable, and culturally aware, with the ability to support and advocate for students from diverse backgrounds. Whether working independently or as part of a team, you thrive under pressure, think ahead, and bring energy and enthusiasm to everything you do. A current full driver’s licence and an interest in professional health programmes round out your ability to succeed in this role.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?

The Division of Health undertakes research and teaching to achieve better, fairer health outcomes in Aotearoa. Currently, it offers programmes in Biomedical Sciences, Health Promotion, Healthy Active Living, Human Performance Science, Midwifery, Clinical, Pharmacy and Sport Development and Coaching. Future plans include establishing graduate-entry programmes in Medicine, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy. The Division of Health is committed to addressing health inequities and preventable diseases, with a particular focus on improving Māori and Pacific health outcomes.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close on Sunday 31st August 2025

Requisition number: 1002872