International Agents and Contracts Co-ordinator
Fulltime, permanent
Tēnā koutou katoa
Ko wai mātou | About us as an organisation
At Te Kura Matatini ki Otago/Otago Polytechnic, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining kaimahi (staff) who are passionate, creative, future-focused and dedicated to help set the direction for quality vocational and applied learning to meet tomorrow’s needs.
We are guided by our values and we are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We aspire to create a working environment that is inclusive and meets the aspirations of mana whenua ensuring equity for Māori and increasing access for all.
Mō te tūraka mahi | About the role
We’re increasing our capability in our International Team and recruiting for a new role. As International Agents and Contracts Co-ordinator you will manage our relationships with international education agencies to ensure prospective learners receive the best possible information, making Otago Polytechnic their first choice. You will manage all Otago Polytechnic international contracts and delivery, including agent relationship management and global inbound mobility. This role also supports our Study Abroad and Exchange activities.
The International Team is committed to serving our ākonga and finding solutions leading to an increase in our international cohorts.
Ko wai koe | About you
You will be customer-centric and have an eye for detail. You will have the ability to communicate well, build and maintain effective professional relationships and have excellent computer skills especially with databases.
Our preferred candidate is someone who has experience in contract management and problem solving remaining focused on successful outcomes, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines. Your strong relationship management skills will be aligned with your customer-centred focus.
An understanding of diverse cultures and being comfortable dealing in a friendly, professional and timely manner with agents from overseas.
While previous experience in the tertiary education environment is beneficial, we encourage anyone with a strong administration, contract management and customer service background to apply.
The successful applicant will uphold our organisation’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by continuously developing and upholding your understanding of our obligations and connection with Te Tiriti as an individual and as an organisation
Through recognition, empowerment and inclusion, you will give greater acknowledgement to the unmet needs of Māori, Pasifika and disabled people and their whanau.
You will have demonstrable health and safety best practices and enjoy being part of a team who support each other. You will easily be able to build and maintain relationships and communicate well via email, phone and face-to-face.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
For specific information please contact Vanessa Naidoo 0800 762 786 or vanessa.naidoo@op.ac.nz
To apply please click on the link. Position Description to come
Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 14 April 2026.
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