University of Otago

Project Logistics and Records Officer

Posted: Oct 31, 2025

Job Description

__________EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT RESEARCH UNIT | TE HUNGA RANGAHAU O TE AROMATAWAITANGA MĀTAURANGACOLLEGE OF EDUCATION | TE KURA ĀKAU TAITOKAAbout our team | Mō te tīmaThe Educational Assessment Research Unit (EARU) is located within the College of Education at the University of Otago. It is comprised of a dedicated team of researchers, technical and professional staff, whose primary purpose is to undertake the Curriculum Insights and Progress Study - a large-scale assessment study that monitors trends in student achievement. The study is a collaboration between the University of Otago and the New Zealand Council for Educational Research, conducted on contract to the Ministry of Education.The role | Te mahiThis role is an opportunity to apply your hands-on logistics and records management experience, working across a busy and varied programme of activities for the Curriculum Insights and Progress Study.Working with a dynamic and collegial team of research, technical and operational staff, you’ll ensure that resources and equipment utilised for data gathering in schools are prepared, maintained, dispatched (nationwide), collated and made available for processing to meet the study’s deadlines.Your work will also include digital processing of research data and the systematic storage and management of physical and digital records.Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheakoIdeally, you’ll have experience, in a hands-on capacity, in supporting the supply, storage, maintenance and dispatch of items, including equipment. Experience of working with paper and electronic records, and associated information management systems is also required.We’re looking for a cooperative team member, with the following capabilities: The ability to work to strict deadlines, planning and managing tasks accordingly. A strong and responsive customer focus, with the ability to troubleshoot logistical requirements as they arise. Self-motivation and the ability to work autonomously. A systematic and organised approach to work, including accurate record-keeping. Sound IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.Further details | PūrokoThis is a permanent (research-funded), full time (37.5 hours per week) position, located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. Applications from candidates seeking part time hours will also be considered.The appointment range for this role is $59,494 to $63,000 per annum. Top of the range is $68,847.We offer competitive salary, 5 weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance.The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people, and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives are valued and respected.You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.For further information, please contact Alison Richardson, Operations Lead, EARU, via the email address below.Application | TonoTo submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button.Applications quoting reference number 2501565 will close on Sunday, 16 November 2025.

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