Whanganui Workplace Administrator – Impactful Admin & Coordination

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children

Manawatū-Whanganui

On-site

NZD 57,000 - 63,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Whanganui is seeking an administrative professional to support Social Work kaimahi. You will handle administration needs, assist with financial plans, data collection, scheduling, and liaise with vendors and stakeholders to keep operations running smoothly.

This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive NZ salary of $57,096 to $62,773, plus training and development.

Qualifications

Full clean New Zealand driver's licence is required (historic convictions may be considered on a case-by-case basis).
Support the team with all aspects of Health and Safety.
Have a strong computer and IT knowledge.
Admin skills such as typing, reporting, responding to Site needs.
Cultural awareness and an understanding of Tikanga Māori principles.
A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Strong time management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audience.
Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

Responsibilities

Be responsible for administration needs of Social Work kaimahi including but not limited the following.
Assistance with financial plans, data collection and scheduling.
Liaise with vendors, casual staff, and other stakeholders.
Work with various cultural groups and people from different backgrounds.
Booking rooms, answering phones, and assisting on the reception desk.
Organising welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as and when required.
Deal with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner.