Residential Administrator

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Professional development

Competitive salary

Supportive workplace

Job summary

Te Maioha Youth Justice Residence in Rotorua is seeking a Residential Administrator to join a multidisciplinary team. You will provide a wide range of administrative services, from reception duties to payroll support, keeping the residence running smoothly and safely for rangatahi.

We value organised, adaptable people with a positive attitude, and offer ongoing training, a competitive salary, and a supportive workplace committed to real impact for tamariki and rangatahi.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration or customer service.
• Confident using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Great communication skills - written and verbal.
• Strong relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent time management and planning skills.
• A collaborative team player with initiative and a sense of humour.
• Able to manage competing priorities and adapt to change.
• A clean, current full driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of administrative services to keep the residence running smoothly.
• Carry out reception duties.
• Support payroll processes.

Skills

Admin experience

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Relationship building

Time management

Team player

Prioritisation

Driver's licence

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Te Maioha Youth Justice Residence - Rotorua
• Permanent, Full-Time

Are you ready to use your administration skills to make a real difference for rangatahi in Aotearoa?

Join our team at Te Maioha, a Youth Justice residence where your work will directly support better outcomes for young people.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Residential Administrator, youll be a key part of our multidisciplinary team, providing a wide range of administrative services that keep our residence running smoothly. No two days are the same - from reception duties to payroll support, your work will help create a safe, supportive environment for rangatahi.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from people who are organised, adaptable, and passionate about making a difference. You don't need to tick every box - we value potential and a positive attitude.

• Experience in administration or customer service
• Confident using Microsoft Office Suite
• Great communication skills - written and verbal
• Strong relationship-building abilities
• Excellent time management and planning skills
• A collaborative team player with initiative and a sense of humour
• Able to manage competing priorities and adapt to change
• A clean, current full driver's licence

About the Residence | E pa ana ki te Kāenga

Te Maioha is one of five Youth Justice residences across Aotearoa, operating 24/7 to support rangatahi aged 13-19 who have been charged with or convicted of an offence. Our vision is to provide a culturally focused, therapeutic, and restorative environment where rangatahi can reconnect with their whānau, hapū, iwi, and culture - and build the skills to thrive. We focus on positive change through education, vocational training and therapeutic and cultural programmes grounded in Te Ao Māori.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

• A competitive salary starting from $57,096 to $62,773, depending on experience
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of tamariki and rangatahi

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