Sub-Warden (Residential Colleges and UniFlats) 2026

CAMPUS AND COLLEGIATE LIFE SERVICES TE URU KAHIKA
RESIDENTIAL COLLEGES AND UNIFLATS

The University of Otago invites applications for the position of Kaiawhina Whare/Sub Warden across the Universitys network of Colleges and UniFlats.

Who we are/Mō te tīma

The Campus and Collegiate Life Services Division is privileged to lead a group of world class services at the University of Otago dedicated to promoting the unique Otago experience and collegiate nature of the institution including Residential Colleges and UniFlats.

The role/Te mahi

Kaiawhina Whare/Sub Wardens assist with the provision of pastoral and administration duties to support the operation of the Universitys residential Colleges. They enhance the environment to maximise the safety well-being academic success and personal growth of the Residents.

It is a requirement of the role that candidates are enrolled as a full-time student at the University of Otago.

The majority of roles require living-in at a College although a small number of live-out roles are available.

Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

These roles are ideal for students looking for leadership opportunities as they will require you to act as a role model mentor and leader within the College community at all times.

You will gain experience in teamwork event management pastoral care and time management. You will also have the chance to positively influence and support first-year and international students as they integrate into Otago.

Further details/Pūroko

These are fixed term (to November 2026) variable hours positions all located in Ōtepoti Dunedin.

The University is offering a remuneration level commensurate with the responsibilities of the position

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for these roles and be planning to be a full-time University of Otago student in 2026.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Children Act 2014. Candidates who successfully make the final stages of the recruitment process will be required to undergo a safety check. For further information on the safety check process please click here.

Enquires about the role can be made to individual Colleges and we suggest that you visit the Sub Warden recruitment website.

For further information or to discuss the role in confidence please contact Tammi Kara via the contact details below.

Application/Tono

To submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference numberwill close on Sunday 16 November 2025.

Offers will be sent from early December onwards. Colleges may consider late applications if vacancies are available.

Additional Information #LI-DNI

Contact: Tammi Kara

Position details: Job Description

Further Information: Department Website

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