Events Coordinator

A new era in vocational education is taking shape in Tāmaki Makaurau.

The unification of Unitec and Manukau Institute of Technology - two respected institutions with over 50 years of service will transform Auckland’s public vocational education landscape. This is a bold step toward a more equitable, responsive system grounded in partnership, purpose, and place, reflecting the aspirations of our diverse communities, industries, and Māori across the region.

As we shape this future together, we're looking for an experienced Events Coordinator to play a key role in delivering Unitec's flagship Graduation ceremonies and supporting other high-profile institutional events. If you're passionate about creating meaningful experiences and thrive on delivering large-scale events, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

Reporting to the Event Manager, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end coordination and delivery of large-scale graduation ceremonies and other key events. From planning and stakeholder engagement through to on-the-day delivery, you'll ensure every event runs smoothly and provides an exceptional experience for graduates, whānau, staff and guests.

Key responsibilities include

Coordinating the planning and delivery of Unitec's Graduation ceremonies.

Managing event logistics including venues, suppliers, catering, staging and audio-visual requirements.

Coordinating graduate communications, invitations and RSVPs.

Preparing event plans, run sheets and contingency plans

Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Leading on-the-day event operations and troubleshooting.

Supporting continuous improvement through post-event reviews and reporting.

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About you

You'll be an organised and confident events professional who enjoys juggling multiple priorities and thrives in fast-paced environments.

You'll bring

At least five years' experience delivering large-scale events.

Experience coordinating graduation ceremonies, milestone celebrations or other high-profile events.

Strong project and stakeholder management skills.

Excellent organisation, attention to detail and problem-solving capability

Budget management experience.

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences.

Why join us?

At MIT|Unitec, learners and their whānau are at the centre of everything we do. This is an opportunity to deliver meaningful events that celebrate achievement, strengthen community connections and contribute to the future of vocational education in Auckland.

Submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining what excites you about this opportunity.

Applications close Wednesday 22 July at 5.00pm, however we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable candidates ahead of this date.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Emma Derbyshire, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, at [email protected].

Manukau Institute of Technology and Unitec are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

Job Details

Reference # 54072

Closes on 22 Jul 2026 17:00

Location(s) Tāmaki Makaurau

Expertise Student Support Services

Job level(s) Experienced

Work type(s) Permanent - Full time