Workplace Administrator - Ōtepoti Site

Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga TamarikiDunedin, Otago, New Zealand

2 days ago

Job description

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 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 therole

Do you want to make a difference to New Zealand\'s tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and communities within Ōtepoti. 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 administration needs of Social Work kaimahi including but not limited the following.
assistance 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
Booking rooms, answering phones, and assisting on the reception desk
Organising welcomes / whakatau for newcomers and whānau as and when required
Deal with critical scenarios in a calm, professional manner

Key requirements of the role include :

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 a strong computer and IT knowledge

Admin skills such as typing, reporting, 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.

Apply 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

Applications close : Thursday 13 November 2025, however we will be reviewing CVs and inviting candidates to interview so get your application in today!

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.

Reference # 38874

Posted on 30 Oct 2025

Closes on 13 Nov : 55

Location(s) Dunedin

Expertise Administrators, Administration & Office Support, Data Entry & Word Processing, Management, Other, PA, EA & Secretarial, Receptionist, Records Management & Document Control

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