Interpreter Coordinator

Overview

A new and exciting opportunity has come about for a motivated Interpreter Co-ordinator in the Refugee Status Unit within the Refugee and Migrant Services Branch of Immigration New Zealand. As Interpreter Co-ordinator you will contribute to the operations of MBIE by managing interpreter induction; scheduling interviews; and arranging translations. This is a busy and varied role in an inclusive and supportive team delivering important outcomes within the Immigration system.

About the team : The Refugee and Migrant Services branch was established in 2019 and sits within Immigration New Zealand. The Refugee Status Unit is responsible for deciding claims for Refugee and Protection Status in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Manage interpreter induction
• Schedule interviews
• Arrange translations
• Contribute to operations of MBIE and support decision-making processes

Skills and Experience Required

Eligibility

For your application to be considered you must be a New Zealand citizen or hold a Permanent Resident Visa.

Organisation context

MBIE's goal is to create a resilient and high-performing economy that delivers real and ongoing quality of life for all New Zealanders.

We do this by working with others to create an environment that supports businesses to be more productive and internationally competitive, enables all New Zealanders to participate in the economy through improved job opportunities and by working to ensure quality housing is more affordable.

People are at the heart of our mahi, our way of working is guided by our values which shape our behaviours.

Our aspirations are echoed in our Māori identity – Hīkina Whakatutuki – which broadly means ‘lifting to make successful'.

MBIE recognises the partnership founded under TeTiritio Waitangi between Māori and the Crown and is committed to giving effect to TeTiritio Waitangi. We will do this through enduring, meaningful and effective partnerships with iwi, Māori, other Māori groups / organisations and the Crown, as this is critical to enable economic and social development, both for Māori and for wider Aotearoa New Zealand. We are committed to continuing to partner with iwi in order to find new sustainable solutions to address long standing systemic and cross-cutting issues facing Māori and wider Aotearoa New Zealand and we are also committed to identifying opportunities for iwi to lead and creating an enabling environment for iwi to leverage these opportunities.

Application

When you are ready to apply please send a CV and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for this role.

All applications must be submitted via our online process.

Applications close on Sunday 5 October 2025 at 11.59pm.

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