Administrator

Be part of a dynamic Kaupapa Maori organisation

Full and Part Time Roles - flexible school hours can be negotiated for the right person

We look after you – great staff benefits!

Te Whiwhinga mahi – The opportunity

We are seeking 4 reliable Administrators who will undertake various administrative tasks, ensuring our kaimahi (staff) have adequate support to work efficiently.

You will be an asset to our growing Administration team based across the organisation.

Our mahi as administrators is crucial to the organisation – we play a big part in supporting our kaimahi who work out in the community to do their jobs well!

The ideal candidates will be competent in prioritising their mahi and working unsupervised.

You will be self-motivated, trustworthy, and able to demonstrate initiative.

To be successful in this role adaptability and maintaining a positive attitude are key!

Role One x 2 Vacancies – Reception / Front of House - Part Time 20 Hours per week

Key responsibilities include :

Manage phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages)

Track stocks of office supplies and place orders when necessary

Be responsible for overseeing reception area, assisting manuhiri (visitors)

Role Two x 1 Vacancy – Kaimahi to Kaimahi Administrator – Full Time 40 Hours per week

Key responsibilities include :

32 hours a week providing day to day administration support for all kamahi

8 hours per week supporting Clinical Triage Lead

Role Three x 1 Vacancy – Reception / Powhiri Service Administrator – Full Time 40 Hours per week

Key responsibilities include :

Manage phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages) for our CBD Site

Track stocks of office supplies and place orders when necessary

Be responsible for overseeing reception area, assisting manuhiri (visitors)

Support all teams on site with administration tasks

Administration for Powhiri Refugee Resettlement Service

Submit timely reports and prepare presentations / proposals as assigned

Support Business Quality Manager

Nga pumanawatanga ou – What you will bring

Proven experience as an Office Administrator

Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

Ability to work independently, but also enjoy being part of a dynamic team

Knowledge of MS Office and office management software

Confidence to communicate and collaborate with diverse cultural groups, communities, and kaupapa Maori organisations, individuals and / or groups will be advantageous

Exceptional time management

Ability to think strategically, see the 'big picture'

The ability to always maintain a high level of professionalism and personal integrity

Demonstrable understanding and commitment to a Te Ao Maori approach

Some knowledge of Te Reo Maori would also be an advantage

Mo matou – Our Organisation

At Purapura Whetu Trust our most valuable resource is our people - with diverse backgrounds, ideas, opinions, and life experiences.

Our culture is one that encourages and supports our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly.

That said, we don't take ourselves too seriously, love to celebrate, and we always have our people at the centre of our mahi.

As our organisation continues to grow, we're on the lookout for problem-solving, quick learning, big thinkers to come aboard!

Please apply now and indicate which role you are applying for.

Any patai, please contact Sophie Gaspi on

Request the position description by emailing

Applications close 5pm Friday 26th September and will be processed as they are received.