Contracts & Procurement Support Officer – Wellington

Ministry of Social Development; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 63,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Social Development in Wellington seeks a detail‑oriented Support Officer to develop, review, and administer social service contracts and funding agreements. You will translate funding arrangements into clear contract documentation, ensure compliance, and support internal stakeholders to deliver high‑quality contract outcomes.

This permanent role offers variety, autonomy and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administration or coordination role within a complex organisation.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to prepare clear, professional documentation.
• Confidence working with numbers and interpreting information accurately.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands and deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage and triage enquiries received through team engagement channels, responding directly where appropriate and coordinating timely resolution with relevant staff.
• Provide administrative support across the function, including coordinating activities, maintaining records, and supporting business processes.
• Monitor and manage the work pipeline, allocating tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring work is actioned within agreed timeframes.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the team by identifying administrative improvements, supporting workflow management, and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Support reporting, audits, continuous improvement initiatives, and stakeholder enquiries

Skills

Administration

Coordination

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Ministry of Social Development in Wellington seeks a detail‑oriented Support Officer to develop, review, and administer social service contracts and funding agreements. You will translate funding arrangements into clear contract documentation, ensure compliance, and support internal stakeholders to deliver high‑quality contract outcomes.

This permanent role offers variety, autonomy and a collaborative team environment.