Workplace Administrator - Caregiver Recruitment and Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children seeks a dedicated Workplace Administrator to join our team based in Nelson or Blenheim, with office hours 8:30am–5pm. You will support financial planning, data collection, scheduling, and reception tasks.

Liaise with vendors and casual staff, book rooms, answer phones, and assist welcome/whakatau for newcomers and whānau. This role offers opportunities for growth, training, and a supportive culture. We value Te Tiriti o Waitangi in daily work.

Qualifications

• A full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence is required.
• Strong computer skills and IT knowledge including typing and reporting.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and an understanding of Tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and prioritisation.

Responsibilities

• Assist 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.
• Book rooms, answer phones, and assist the reception desk.
• Organise welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as and when required.
• Deal with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data collection tools

Job description

• Permanent, full time position available
• Role based in Nelson or Blenheim with office hours of 8:30am - 5pm
• Competitive salary ranging from $57,096 to $62,773, depending on experience

Mŋ mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mŋ te tūu | About the role

Do you want to make a difference to New Zealand's tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and communities across the Upper South? Come and join our great, supportive, and fun team based in Paraparaumu as a Workplace Administrator & grow your administration experience to new heights with our team as we provide caregivers the support they need.

• Assist 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
• Book rooms, answer phones, and assist the reception desk
• Organise welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as and when required
• Deal with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner

Ngā pūu mańaatanga ēń | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• A full, clean New Zealand drivers 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 strong computer skills and IT knowledge and utilise key administrative skills such as typing, reporting, and flexibly responding to site needs
• Demonstrate cultural awareness, an understanding of Tikanga Māori principles, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills
• 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

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $57,096 and $62,773 dependant on experience. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.

We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.

Applications close just before midnight on Sunday 15 November 2026. Please note that we will be reviewing CVs as received, and we do reserve the right to close the advert once all roles are filled.