International Development Scholarships Student Adviser

at  Victoria University of Wellington

• Location: Kelburn
• Type: Permanent
• Post Date: Fri May 24 00:35:59 2024
• Ref: 1451
• Do you have good attention to detail and the ability to contribute to contract compliance?
• Are you a motivated, independent, and empathetic individual that has experience working in a high-pressure environment?
• Have you got the ability to deliver effective presentations to groups (small and large), and have a professional, accountable service-oriented approach?

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting for an Kaiārahi Karahipi - International Development Scholarships Student Adviser to join the Te Pūrengi - Student Experience and Wellbeing team on a permanent, full-time contract to support scholarship recipients, largely from the Pacific and Asia. You will be a valued member of a small high performing team, who coordinate and deliver pastoral care, academic support, and scholarship management for international students studying on a Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship, funded by the New Zealand Aid Programme and managed by Education New Zealand in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students to reach their goals and complete their scholarships through providing accurate and timely advice.
• Contribute to the delivery of the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships Programme and the contract the University has with Education New Zealand and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders across the University to ensure students have holistic support.