Social Media and Content Assistant

• Can you be proactive takeinitiative andmanagecompeting priorities effectively
• Are you a current Victoria University student with an interest in creating social media content
• Do you want to create highquality content and gain experience in communications and marketing

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

TeHerenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting for a Social Media and Content Assistant to join the Takitoru - Communications and Marketing Group on a casual contract working approximately 10 hours per week with some flexibility around the schedule. The role pays $30 per hour plus 8% holiday pay.

We are looking for a senior undergraduate or postgraduate student to support us with creating vibrant digital content that highlights and celebrates the work of students and staff.

This role will support the creation of content forthe @VicuniwgtnSTEM Instagram accountsoit would be particularly well suited for a science or engineering student.

Key responsibilities:

• Source and produce interesting diverse high-quality content and stories from students staff and alumni.
• Assistin content planning for and updating Instagram channels;monitorand build reach and engagement.
• Keepup-to-datewith social media trends and opportunities.
• Manage competitions and/or giveaways conducted via our social media channels.
• Assistin arranging photoshoots and image and video management according toUniversityguidelines ensuringappropriate permissionsare gained and filed.
• Participate in events that may on occasion be outside office hours to capture and create content.
• Support with otherappropriate tasksas required relating to communications marketing and engagement.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

Youreorganisedtakeinitiative andmanagecompeting priorities effectively. You pay close attention to detail and communicate at building relationships translating strategicobjectivesinto practical actions and working collaboratively to achieve proactive and genuinely motivated to take ownership of your work.

Key requirements:

• Currentlyenrolled in a relevant qualification at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington.
• Comfortable being filmed and doing interviews independently on and off camera.
• Interest in social media communication and trends.
• Experience in creating a range of content for social media.
• Creative skills and the ability toidentifya good storyand compelling visual content.
• Have excellent interpersonal verbal communication and writing skills.
• Be proactive able to take initiativeproblem solve and work within tight schedules.
• Be flexible with your working hours when needed.

Role Description: Click here to see further information including salary details.

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Close date for vacancy:03 April 2026.

Contact details for vacancy:If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Elizabeth Cherry ().

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume such as a cover letter.

We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.