Project Administrator - Engagement & Wellbeing

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

Job Description

1 x position

Fixed Term (November 2026 – December 2027)

Full time FTE 1.0 (40 Hours per week)

Based in our Hamilton or Wellington tari (office)

Ko wai mātou | About Us

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood level to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners.

Our vision is to enable our ākonga to achieve their educational and personal goals, empowering them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities.

Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa – Anytime, anywhere, anyone.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position

We're looking for an organised and proactive Project Administrator to play a key role in supporting the delivery of initiatives that enhance engagement and wellbeing across Te Kura.

The Project Administrator is responsible for providing confidential, comprehensive and proactive coordination and administrative support to ensure the smooth execution of assigned programme and/or project related workstreams within Ākonga Hauora. This role involves coordinating and supporting programme and project activities, maintaining accurate records and filing systems, tracking and reporting on progress to help ensure that all deliverables are met and delivered on time.

Working closely with the National Lead At-Risk, Project Managers, and wider Ākonga Hauora team, you will enable effective communication, collaboration, and planning. Your contribution will assist in driving successful outcomes across the Engagement and Wellbeing Programme and support initiatives within Te Kura, to make a real difference to people's experiences and wellbeing.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

We're looking for someone who is collaborative, organised, and a strong communicator. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A demonstrated ability to hold a high level of professionalism and discretion and maintain confidentiality around sensitive information.
• A positive, team-focused attitude, with experience coordinating projects, managing competing priorities, and keeping multiple Projects on track.
• Solid time management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency across the Microsoft 365 suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

At Te Kura, we live by our values:

• Manaaki — showing respect, generosity, and care
• Whanaungatanga — building relationships and belonging
• Tika — acting fairly and honestly
• Ākonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make

Hei whakautu | In return

Te Kura will provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment and work in a team that offers genuine work flexibility as part of an organisation that makes a difference to ākonga (students) across New Zealand.

E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | Like to find out more?

Applications close at 11.59pm on Thursday 12 November 2026