Global Experiences Officer - Mobility and Short Programmes

Provide comprehensive student support to Waikato and international students

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Great benefits + generous leave + professional development opportunities

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

As the Global Experiences Officer, you will lead aspects of outbound mobility programmes within the Global Experiences Programme, helping students access enriching international opportunities and ensuring smooth, high-quality programme delivery 

In addition, you will also support the delivery of transformative, high-quality short programmes for international partners, providers, agents, and students. 

These areas support initiatives that enhance global experiences, drive international recruitment, and contribute to the University’s Internationalisation Plan.

The salary for this position will be in the range of $85,279 to $97,532 per year (pro rata), depending on the skills, knowledge, and experience you bring to the role. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) based at our Hillcrest Campus. This is a fixed-term position for 18 months, due to organisational needs.

For more information on the role please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Terri Roche, Global Experiences Manager, terri.roche@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 have proven experience in a similar role and bring excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation experience. You can negotiate and influence stakeholders while maintaining strong, constructive relationships. Highly organised and detail-oriented, you are analytical, tech-savvy, and confident with data management, shared file systems, and effective workflows.

You thrive under pressure, work well independently and in teams, and are adaptable to new tasks. With experience working across cultures, you are committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused outcomes while respecting diversity and upholding the University’s values, including its partnership with Māori.

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 University of Waikato is a comprehensive university with six divisions and faculties and has campuses in Hamilton and Tauranga in New Zealand and a campus in Hangzhou, China. The University is ranked in the top 3% of universities globally and offers a wide range of programmes across pre-degree, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels. The University has an enrolment of approximately 12,000 students with 16% international. 

International connectedness is an overarching theme in the vision for the University of Waikato and global engagement is a key part of our institutional history and identity. We are connected internationally through numerous research, teaching and mobility partnerships; we deliver education offshore and we attract top international academic staff as well as international students from over 80 countries.

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 Friday 5th September 2025

Requisition number: 1002887