Engagement & Wellbeing Projects Admin (Fixed-Term)

Te Kura Pounamu; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Kura Pounamu, New Zealand's largest distance education school, is seeking a Project Administrator to support Ākonga Hauora initiatives. The role is fixed term (Nov 2026–Dec 2027), full-time, 1.0 FTE, based in Hamilton or Wellington (office).

You will coordinate programme activities, maintain records, and help ensure timely delivery of key deliverables within the Engagement and Wellbeing Programme. You will work closely with the National Lead At-Risk and wider Ākonga Hauora team, contributing

Qualifications

• Confidentiality around sensitive information is essential.
• Experience coordinating projects and managing competing priorities.
• Strong time management and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential, comprehensive coordination and admin support for project workstreams.
• Maintain accurate records and filing systems for programmes and projects.
• Track progress and report to ensure deliverables are met on time.
• Coordinate and support activities across the Engagement and Wellbeing Programme.

Skills

Confidentiality

Project coordination

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Te Kura Pounamu, New Zealand's largest distance education school, is seeking a Project Administrator to support Ākonga Hauora initiatives. The role is fixed term (Nov 2026–Dec 2027), full-time, 1.0 FTE, based in Hamilton or Wellington (office).

You will coordinate programme activities, maintain records, and help ensure timely delivery of key deliverables within the Engagement and Wellbeing Programme. You will work closely with the National Lead At-Risk and wider Ākonga Hauora team, contributing