Operations & Administration Team Leader

He karanga mōu kia mauri ora ai te ao o ā tātou tamariki me ō rātou whānau. A call to you to join us and help create a world where children and families are valued and flourish

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Operations & Administration Team Leader to lead the smooth running of our organisation's day-to-day support services. This is a dynamic role for someone who thrives on variety, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and enjoys working with people.

The vision of Stand Tū Māia is Tāmatatia and Tiakanga. That tamariki and whānau who experience multiple forms of adversity will have their safety and wellbeing restored and preserved for future generations. To this end our services strengthen family relationships, support the development of child and adult self-regulation and core executive skills, and work to reduce sources of stress. Respect and healing relationships are at the heart of our mahi. All staff are expected to demonstrate cultural humility and a commitment to restoration of whānau as a form of Te Tiriti redress.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll, accounts, and financial reporting, including preparing the annual budget and reporting on monthly variances.
• Supervise a small team and manage personnel administration duties.
• Maintain the safety, compliance, and operational standards of the facility, grounds, and vehicles.
• Ensure a secure, well-functioning, and welcoming environment that meets all regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Lead workplace health and safety initiatives.
• Support and promote an inclusive environment, with openness to understanding and valuing Te Ao Māori.

About You

What We Offer

As an employee of Stand Tū Māia you will be a Pou Māia nō Tū Māia. This means we will stand together, side by side, shoulder to shoulder in achieving our vision. Together we are resilient, strong and confident pillars of the house of Stand Tū Māia.

The role is based at our Children's Village and service centre in Rotorua and is a full time and permanent position (commencing Jan 2026, although an earlier start may be negotiable). When applying you will be asked to address the key competencies of the role and provide a covering letter along with your CV.

For more information check our website link below or, for an informal chat or visit, contact Toni Hocquard on or email

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