Workplace Administrator - Waitakere

Oranga Tamariki; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking an administrative support person to join the Care & Protection team at our Waitakere Site in Henderson. You will assist Social Work kaimahi with financial plans, data collection and scheduling, liaising with vendors and staff, and reception duties.

The role requires a full NZ driver licence, strong IT and computer skills, and ability to work with diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Full clean New Zealand driver’s licence required.
• Experience with Health and Safety aspects.
• Strong computer/IT knowledge.
• Administration skills such as typing, reporting and responding to site needs.
• Cultural awareness and understanding of Tikanga Māori principles.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the administration needs of Social Work kaimahi including but not limited to the following:
• Assistance with financial plans, data collection and scheduling
• Liaising with vendors, casual staff, and other stakeholders
• Working 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
• Dealing with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner

Skills

Administration

Data collection

Scheduling

Vendor liaison

Reception duties

IT knowledge

Typing

Reporting

Cross-cultural awareness

Tikanga Māori

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Job description

• Role will be based within our Care & Protection team at our WaitakereSite in Henderson
• Competitive salary ranging from $57,096 to $62,773, depending on experience

Oranga 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 puttingtamarikifirst, we believearohais vital, we respect themanaof people, we aretikaandpono, we valuewhakapapa,and we recognise thatorangais a journey.

Mō te tūnga| About therole

Do 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 scheduling
• Liaising with vendors, casual staff, and other stakeholders
• Working 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
• Dealing with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner

Key requirements of the role include:

• Full clean New Zealand drivers licence is required
• Supporting the team with all aspects of Health and Safety
• Possession of a strong computer and IT knowledge
• Administration skills such as typing, reporting and 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

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 for this position close 11th September 2026

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.