Residential Administrator - Korowai Manaaki

Oranga Tamariki; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Inclusive workplace

Impactful role

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki in Auckland is seeking aResidential Administrator to support a Youth Justice residence. You will handle reception duties, payroll support, and a variety of administrative tasks to ensure a safe, efficient environment for rangatahi.

We value organized, adaptable people with a positive attitude who can manage competing priorities and work well in a team. A full driver’s licence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration or customer service.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to build relationships and manage priorities.
• Great time management and planning skills.
• A collaborative team player with initiative and a sense of humour.
• Clean, current full driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of administrative services to keep the residence running smoothly.
• Reception duties and payroll support as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Administration experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Time management

Team player

Prioritisation

Driver's license

Job description

• 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 ŭn| About the role

As aResidential 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
• 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 Kąenga

Korowai Manaakiis 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, hapūh, 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.

NŨu 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