Workplace Administrator Onehungaat Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children -
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 scheduling Creation and distribution of key communications across the site Data and File Management 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 Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bringKey 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 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 Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz Applications for this position close 19th October 2025 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.