Impactful Workplace Administrator Social Services Support

New Zealand Government Joba; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children in Palmerston North seeks a dedicated Workplace Administrator to support the Social Work kaimahi with essential admin tasks. You will manage data, scheduling, liaise with vendors and staff, book rooms and assist on reception, and help create welcoming environments for whanau.

The role demands strong IT, time management, and clear communication within a cross-cultural context.

Qualifications

• Full clean New Zealand drivers' licence.
• The right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Strong computer skills such as typing and reporting, and solid IT knowledge.
• Demonstrated time management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial plans, data collection and scheduling.
• Liaise with vendors, casual staff, and other stakeholders.
• Book rooms, answer phones, and assist on the reception desk.
• Organise welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and wh nau as and when required.
• Deal with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner.

Skills

Driver's license

NZ work eligibility

IT skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Cross-cultural awareness

Job description

Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children in Palmerston North seeks a dedicated Workplace Administrator to support the Social Work kaimahi with essential admin tasks. You will manage data, scheduling, liaise with vendors and staff, book rooms and assist on reception, and help create welcoming environments for whanau.

The role demands strong IT, time management, and clear communication within a cross-cultural context.