Workplace Administrator Kaikohe

New Zealand Government; Kaikohe; On-site; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Wellbeing support

Training and development

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Kaikohe seeks a Workplace Administrator to support Social Work kaimahi. The role covers reception, scheduling, vendor liaison, and cultural engagement, with room to grow administration experience in a supportive team.

The position offers a permanent, full-time contract with a salary between $57,096 and $62,773 depending on experience. Apply online with your CV and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Full clean New Zealand driver’s licence is required.
• Strong computer and IT knowledge.
• Administration skills such as typing, reporting and responding to site needs.
• Cultural awareness and understanding of Tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Clear time management and the ability to adapt communication to the audience.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices, including Pacific peoples' culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration support for Social Work kaimahi, including financial plans, data collection and scheduling.
• Liaise with vendors, casual staff and other stakeholders.
• Work with diverse cultural groups and newcomers; book rooms, answer phones and assist on reception.
• Organise welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as required.
• Respond calmly to critical scenarios in a professional manner.

Skills

Typing

Reporting

Reception duties

Time management

Verbal and written communication

IT knowledge

Cross-cultural awareness

Tikanga Māori knowledge

Job description

Workplace Administrator Kaikohe SitePermanent fulltime Workplace Administrator positions available!Role will be based at our Kaikohe siteCompetitive salary ranging from $57,096 to $62,773, depending on experienceMō mātou | About usOranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.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.We are committed to putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa, and we recognise that oranga is a journey.Mō te tūnga | About the roleDo you want to make a difference to New Zealand's tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and communities ? Come and join our great, supportive, and fun team and grow your administration experience to new heights with our team as we provide statutory care and protection services.Be responsible for the administration needs of Social Work kaimahi including but not limited to the following:Assistance with financial plans, data collection and schedulingLiaising with vendors, casual staff, and other stakeholdersWorking with various cultural groups and people from different backgroundsBooking rooms, answering phones, and assisting on the reception deskOrganising welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as and when requiredDealing with critical scenarios in a calm, professional mannerNgā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bringKey requirements of the role include:Full clean New Zealand drivers licence is requiredSupporting the team with all aspects of Health and SafetyPossession of a strong computer and IT knowledgeAdministration skills such as typing, reporting and responding to Site needsCultural awareness and an understanding of Tikanga Māori principlesA commitment to Te Tiriti o WaitangiStrong time managementExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt to your audienceUnderstanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' cultureNōu te rourou | What's in it for youOranga 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. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.To 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 ApplyApply 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 [e-mail] for this position close 30th October 2026 however may close earlier due to application numbersIf 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.