Workplace Administrator - Manawatu Site

New Zealand Government Joba; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children in Palmerston North seeks a dedicated Workplace Administrator to support the Social Work kaimahi with essential admin tasks. You will manage data, scheduling, liaise with vendors and staff, book rooms and assist on reception, and help create welcoming environments for whanau.

The role demands strong IT, time management, and clear communication within a cross-cultural context.

Qualifications

• Full clean New Zealand drivers' licence.
• The right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand.
• Strong computer skills such as typing and reporting, and solid IT knowledge.
• Demonstrated 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

• Assist with financial plans, data collection and scheduling.
• Liaise with vendors, casual staff, and other stakeholders.
• Book rooms, answer phones, and assist on the reception desk.
• Organise welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and wh nau as and when required.
• Deal with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner.

Skills

Driver's license

NZ work eligibility

IT skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Cross-cultural awareness

Job description

Permanent, full time Workplace Administrator opportunityBased at our Palmerston North Site in the Manawatu RegionCompetitive salary ranging from $57,096 to $62,773, depending on experienceMo m tou | 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 hapu, iwi and M ori 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.Mo te tunga | About the roleDo you want to make a difference to New Zealand's tamariki, rangatahi, wh nau and communities within the Manawatu? 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:Assist with financial plans, data collection and schedulingLiaise with vendors, casual staff, and other stakeholdersWork with various cultural groups and people from different backgroundsBook rooms, answer phones, and assist on the reception deskOrganise welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and wh nau as and when requiredDeal with critical scenarios in a calm, professional mannerNg pumanawatanga ou | What you will bringKey requirements of the role include:Full clean New Zealand drivers' licenceThe right to work in Aotearoa New ZealandSupport the team with all aspects of Health and SafetyStrong computer skills such as typing and reporting, and solid IT knowledgeDemonstrated 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 M ori, and Pacific peoples' cultureNou 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 pehea 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] close just before midnight on Wednesday 7 October 2026! We will be reviewing CV's and interviewing preferred candidates as we go, so get your applications in now! Please note we do reserve the right to close the advert once all roles are filled.If 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.