Whanganui Workplace Administrator — Flexible Hours & Growth

Marketplace; Whanganui; Remote; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Whanganui is seeking a Workplace Administrator to support Social Work kaimahi with a range of admin tasks and reception duties. The role offers a permanent, fulltime position with a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

You will coordinate administrative functions, liaise with vendors and staff, manage bookings and contribute to a culturally respectful workplace. A NZ driver's licence and strong IT skills are essential.

Qualifications

• NZ driver licence required.
• Strong computer/IT skills including standard software packages.
• Administrative tasks such as typing, data entry and reporting.
• Cultural awareness and understanding of Tikanga Māori; commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration support to Social Work kaimahi and ensure smooth office operations.
• Assist with scheduling, data collection and financial planning-related tasks.
• Liaise with vendors, casual staff and other stakeholders to coordinate services.
• Receive and direct phone calls; manage reception duties and room bookings.
• Assist with welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as needed.
• Remain calm and professional when dealing with critical situations.

Skills

NZ Driver Licence

IT knowledge

Admin skills

Time management

Communication

Cross-cultural awareness

Tikanga Māori

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Job description

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Whanganui is seeking a Workplace Administrator to support Social Work kaimahi with a range of admin tasks and reception duties. The role offers a permanent, fulltime position with a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

You will coordinate administrative functions, liaise with vendors and staff, manage bookings and contribute to a culturally respectful workplace. A NZ driver's licence and strong IT skills are essential.