Student Systems Analyst

Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of core University systems

Work in a diverse team environment and varied role 

Be excited about coming to work! 

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

You will be involved in developing and configuring the University’s Student Management System, including the student and staff portal (MyWaikato), SITS:Vision and any other Student Management System related functionality. This includes bug fixes, enhancements, peer review and testing and, as your skills progress within the highly supportive team, exposure to larger projects. To be successful in this role you will need to gain a sound understanding of our business requirements and processes and understand the data structures and functionality of the SMS. 

You will work as part of a diverse and energetic team at the University, interacting with multiple stakeholders and reporting to the SMS Operations Manager.

Salary will be in the range of $71,275 to $84,695 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role (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 Fiona Hurst, Student Systems Manager, fiona.hurst@waikato.ac.nz. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

If you are driven by improving people’s experience of systems and processes and have a passion for systems, process improvement and problem solving, then this role could be for you.  You may have a solid understanding of the tertiary environment, be able to demonstrate an aptitude for configuration and have a strong desire to upskill into a technical role.  Or you may be a Graduate with a Computer Science background, in which case your knowledge of HTML, CSS, the bootstrap framework and SQL will start you off on the right foot. 

Either way, as a proactive problem solver, you will thrive on configuring and developing fixes for bugs as well as implementing enhancements of system configuration. You will have excellent communication skills to support staff and students when they have questions or issues and find effective solutions to resolving these. 

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? 

Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato, the University of Waikato, has its people at heart and strives to provide students with a world-class education and staff with a safe, friendly and collaborative environment where their contributions and engagement are valued. 

The Student Services Division provides high quality integrated services that foster engagement, promote wellbeing and support students in achieving their academic goals. The work of the Division comprises the following student services: administrative processes from enrolment through to graduation, enquiry management, pastoral care, international student services, health, accommodation, counselling, disabilities support, career development services, sport and wellbeing, and student complaints and appeals. 

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 Thursday 23rd October 2025

Requisition number: 1003005