HR Coordinator: Flexible, Impactful Support

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Wellington; On-site; NZD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children in Wellington seeks an experienced HR Coordinator to provide first-tier HR advice and coordination across the employee lifecycle. You will join the HR Services team, delivering accurate, timely and customer-focused support across a range of processes.

Responsibilities include drafting employment agreements, supporting recruitment and onboarding, and maintaining HR records in our HRIS.

Qualifications

• At least three years' experience in HR coordination, HR administration or a similar HR support role.
• Experience using a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and maintaining employee records.
• Experience preparing employment documentation, including employment agreements, letters of offer and variations.
• Strong customer service skills and experience supporting managers and employees.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• An understanding of, or willingness to develop knowledge of, employment legislation and HR practices.
• An appreciation of tikanga Māori and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Providing first-line HR advice on policies, procedures and employment agreements
• Preparing employment agreements, letters of offer and variations
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle processes
• Managing HR workflows and responding to enquiries through ServiceNow
• Maintaining employee records and HR system data
• Supporting reporting activities and process improvements
• Building positive relationships with managers and stakeholders across the organisation

Skills

HR coordination

Customer service

Documentation

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Tikanga Māori awareness

HRIS

Education

HR qualification (tertiary)

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children in Wellington seeks an experienced HR Coordinator to provide first-tier HR advice and coordination across the employee lifecycle. You will join the HR Services team, delivering accurate, timely and customer-focused support across a range of processes.

Responsibilities include drafting employment agreements, supporting recruitment and onboarding, and maintaining HR records in our HRIS.