General vacancies

Vacancy 12-09

Department of Environmental Management

We are looking for a new team member to provide secretarial, reception and administration support to the Department of Environmental Management in the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design. Your organisational and time management skills will ensure deadlines and service quality standards are met.  You will also need to work well independently and with students and staff in a dynamic learning environment. 

Previous experience in a tertiary education environment would be an advantage but is not essential.

If you enjoy working in a challenging and changing environment, are flexible and energetic, have a great attitude and use your initiative, then this role will suit you.

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For further information and how to apply for vacancy number 12-09 please contact Human Resources on 64 3 325 3687. All applications should be accompanied by a covering letter, completed application form and CV. 

Applications must be received by 4.30pm on Friday, 17 February 2012.

Vacancy 12–08

Lincoln University is New Zealand’s specialist land-based university. As a publicly owned and operated university that exists and operates under New Zealand statute, we are 100% committed to transforming land, people and economies.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the full-time position of Accounts Receivable Administrator in the Finance Section at Lincoln University.  The Finance Section provides a full range of accounting and financial services for the University.  The team consists of the Finance Manager supported by three accountants and eight clerical staff.

The successful applicant will have recent accounts administration experience within a financial function.   Proven competence in using computer packages would be advantageous particularly Microsoft Excel and word processing experience to an intermediate level.

This role requires a strong team work ethic and high quality service delivery to the University.  There is an expectation of quality and professionalism and in turn you will be rewarded with working for a innovative and responsive employer.

Applicants should also have the following qualities:

• Accounts receivable experience
• A strong customer focus
• The ability to communicate effectively
• The ability to plan and prioritise daily work assignments and to exercise good judgement in managing competing priorities 
• A positive manner with the ability to work effectively both as a member of a team and independently.

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Further information and how to apply for vacancy number 12-08 is available on our website. Alternatively, please contact Human Resources on 64 3321 8580. Electronic applications are welcome and should be accompanied by a covering letter, application form and CV. 

Applications should be received by Thursday, 16 February 2012 by 4.00pm.

Lincoln University is committed to a policy of an equal opportunity in education and employment.

Vacancy 12-07

Marketing and Recruitment at Lincoln University comprises a dynamic team across the following portfolios - International and Domestic marketing and student recruitment, External Relations, Alumni and Employer Liaison services.  The Unit has a proud tradition of developing and maintaining strong relationships with prospective students, teachers, academics, agents, staff and associated organisations in order to increase the reputation and awareness of Lincoln University and its programmes.

Given the cross-cutting nature of the Marketing and Recruitment team, this critical role provides administrative support to the entire team in an efficient, effective and team-focused manner.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in accounts, database management, reception, marketing and administration.
• Recent experience in a busy, modern, business orientated environment or a large public sector environment. 
• Comprehensive and advanced skills in Microsoft Office 2000 (especially Word and Excel).
• Understanding of digital media and communications, e.g., web-based tools
• Well developed written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to priorities and juggle planned activities alongside the unexpected.

In addition to the above, you will have the ability to plan ahead, prioritise daily work and assignments and exercise good judgment in managing urgent requests.  Someone who has exceptional organisational skills, drive and enthusiasm is a must. 

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For further information and how to apply for vacancy number 12-07 please contact Human Resources on 64 3 325 3687. Electronic applications are welcome and should be accompanied by a covering letter, application form and CV.

Applications should be received by 4.00pm on Monday, 20 February 2012.

Vacancy 12-06

Lincoln Based- Travel Required.

Lincoln University continues to reinvest in its unique contribution as New Zealand’s specialist land-based university and is now well positioned to progress its next exciting stage of growth and development.  To do so, we are seeking to amplify and promote the University’s external relations and student recruitment efforts while repositioning our strategic communications and development opportunities.

We are currently looking for a motivated and energetic Student Recruitment Officer to reinforce Lincoln University’s impressive land-based credentials and to help us attract students to our campus from within New Zealand.

An energetic self-starter, you will promote our full range of specialist courses to prospective students and influencers, including secondary schools, community and Iwi members, employers and gap year organisations. You will also attend careers and programme-specific events within your designated geographic region.

You’ll be a specialist at what you do, with:

• A tertiary qualification and commensurate commercial experience.
• A proven sales or customer service record in a commercial environment that includes plenty of experience in developing and maintaining relationships.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Personal attributes such as drive, initiative and a determination to succeed, strong strategic planning skills and a vigorous goal setting focus.
• A current, unrestricted private motor vehicle licence.
• The ability to work successfully in a team.

Vacancy 12-05

Lincoln University enjoys a unique relationship with its alumni.  The Lincoln University Alumni Association is the oldest in the country and has a well-established network of contacts and support mechanisms. An exciting opportunity exists for a person with highly developed communication skills to provide a marketing, liaison and public relations service to the University and Association.

The Alumni Relations Officer is a key link between the University and its alumni. The role is primarily focused on relationship and event management, plus fundraising at present.

Other responsibilities include budget/resource management, student recruitment/liaison and administration.

In order to apply, you will need to have:

• A university qualification (preferably from Lincoln);
• Skills in marketing and relationship management;
• The ability to relate to a wide range of people in a variety of situations e.g. one-on-one, presenting to an audience;
• The ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure;
• A high level of personal motivation and initiative to drive new programme development.

You will need to be motivated, energetic and enthusiastic about providing outstanding service to customers.  Previous involvement with alumni activities is desirable but not essential.

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For more information on vacancy 12-05 please contact the Human Resources Section on phone: 64 3 325 3687, email: jobs@lincoln.ac.nz

Applications should be received by 4.00pm Monday, 20 February 2012.

Vacancy 12-03 

Lincoln University is seeking a talented, passionate thought leader to facilitate the University’s Content Services activities within the Library, Teaching and Learning team.  The Group Leader role will extend across the University ensuring that the learning, teaching and research aspirations of the University are well supported with relevant and timely content in a context which is increasingly digital.

In 2011 the Lincoln University community engaged with a scenario for the future, Connecting the Knowledge Networks: reimagining learning, teaching and research at Lincoln University to 2020 

As part of bringing this vision into reality the Group Leader Content Services will lead the development of the University’s Digital Content Strategy. This will involve thinking about how we can ensure that the unique intellectual assets relating to New Zealand’s land-based activities (including the research, data, teaching, learning resources and public record) can be better disseminated in order to facilitate the generation of new ideas, scholarship and knowledge transfer.

Our preference would be to have someone with proven people leadership, great communication skills, along with someone who is “digitally savvy”. You will lead a team of 13 talented and experienced content specialists to provide you with support and expertise to fulfil your role.

If this position sounds like you then we would be interested in hearing your thoughts about how you see the role developing further.

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If you would like to chat with me personally, please call Penny Carnaby, Professor, Digital Knowledge Systems and University Librarian, on 64 3 321 7833 or 64 27 432 3211.

All applications for vacancy 12-03 should be received by 4.00pm on Monday, 13 February, 2012.

Contact Human Resources

Phone: +64 3  325 3613 (direct dial)
Fax: +64 3  325 3870
Email: jobs@lincoln.ac.nz

Human Resources Section
PO Box 94
Lincoln University
Lincoln 7647
Canterbury
New Zealand

Lincoln University is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunities in Education and Employment.