Workplace Administrator - Hamilton South

Fulltime permanent opportunityHamilton South LocationCompetitive salary ranging between $57,096 to $62,773 (depending on experience)Mō mātou | About usOranga 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 firstWe believe Aroha is vitalWe respect the Mana of peopleWe are Tika and PonoWe value WhakapapaWe recognise that Oranga is a journeyOur purpose is to ensure that all tamariki are in loving whānau and communities where oranga tamariki can be realised.

We believe that by getting involved early in their lives and showing love and care, we give children the best chance of growing into happy thriving New Zealanders. 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.

Be responsible for administration needs of Social Work kaimahi including assistance with financial plans, data collection and regional schedulingLiaise with vendors, casual staff and other stakeholdersWork with various cultural groups and people from different backgroundsScheduling interview appointments, co-ordinating community-based programmes for our young tamariki and rangatahi. Booking rooms, answering phones and assisting on the reception deskDeal with critical scenarios in a calm, professional mannerNgā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bringKey requirements of the role include:

Support the team with all aspects of Health and SafetyHave a strong computer and IT knowledgeOrganise and support the Social Worker team on a daily basisAdmin skills such as typing, reporting, responding to building and Site needscultural awareness and an understanding of Tikanga Māori principlesa commitment to Te Tiriti o WaitangiAbility to communicate complex ideas to a variety of audiences and build and maintain rapport with othersUnderstanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for youWe 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. To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visitMe 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 contactApply now as applications close: 10th August 2025If 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.