Residential Administrator - Korowai Manaaki

Marketplace; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Auckland is seeking a Residential Administrator to provide essential administrative support in a youth residence. You will handle reception duties, assist with payroll tasks, and help keep operations running smoothly for rangatahi in a culturally focused, therapeutic environment.

The role requires organisational skills, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration or customer service.
• Confident using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Great written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building abilities and teamwork.
• Excellent time management and planning abilities.
• Able to manage competing priorities and adapt to change.
• Clean, current full driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Handle reception duties and general administrative tasks.
• Provide payroll support and other admin services as needed.
• Maintain residence operations and documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth running of the residence.

Skills

Administration

Customer service

MS Office

Communication

Relationship building

Time management

Team player

Driver's license

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

# Residential Administrator - Korowai Manaaki at Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, Auckland## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Korowai Manaaki Youth Justice Residence - Wiri, Auckland* Permanent, Full-Time**Are you ready to use your administration skills to make a real difference for rangatahi in Aotearoa?**Join our team at Korowai Manaaki, 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**, you'll 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**Korowai Manaaki 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**At Oranga Tamariki, we offer:* 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 rangatahiTo see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply**Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact Info\\[e-mail]**Hurry as applications for this role close at midnight Monday 16th of November! Please note: we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!***If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.*## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children || Location: | Auckland || Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time || Category: | Administration || Date listed: | 02-Nov-2026 || Salary range: | $55,000 - $70,000 || Closing date: | 29-Nov-2026 || Reference: | 43398 || Attachment: | || File links: | residential administrator position description.pdf || Website: | https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/home |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.