Workplace Administrator - Porirua

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; Paraparaumu; In loco; NZD 57.000 - 63.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Flexible work options

Professional development

Wellbeing focus

Descrizione del lavoro

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children in Porirua is seeking a dedicated Workplace Administrator to join our supportive team. You will assist with scheduling, reception duties, liaise with vendors and stakeholders, and help organise welcomes for new whānau while supporting a calm response to critical situations.

We value Tikanga Māori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and cultural awareness, with a competitive salary and opportunities for ongoing training.

Competenze

• Full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence (required).
• Strong computer skills and IT knowledge; typing, reporting.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Mansioni

• Assist with reception duties: answer phones, book rooms and coordinate room bookings.
• Liaise with vendors, casual staff and other stakeholders.
• Work with Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira and Hapori partners to support tamariki and whānau.
• Organise welcomes/whakatau for newcomers and whānau as needed.
• Deal with critical scenarios calmly and professionally.

Conoscenze

Administrative skills

Communication skills

IT knowledge

Time management

Cross-cultural awareness

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

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

Mō 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.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Do you want to make a difference to New Zealand's tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and communities across Porirua? Come and join our great, supportive, and fun team in Porirua as a Workplace Administrator & grow your administration experience to new heights with our team as we provide statutory care and protection services.

• 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

At our Porirua site, we work closely with Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira (Iwi) and have established a community response for our mahi called Hapori. In the Hapori are Taeaomanino Trust, Wesley Community Action, Porirua Whānau Centre, and Iwi.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | 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. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

Applications close just before midnight on Tuesday 10 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.

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.