• Pivotal support role at Oranga Tamariki
• Wellington based only
• Fixed term or secondment opportunity 4-6 months
• Leverage your expertise and grow your experience, align your passion with your day-to-day mahi.

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga 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 first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

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.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

You will provide a high level pro-active, quality and comprehensive executive assistant support to a General Manager, Director and other managers enabling them to undertake their role effectively and efficiently. This role will also assist with general and specific support duties to the wider team within our People Culture & Enabling, Infrastructure and Tech & Channels groups.

You will need to deliver on a variety of support tasks such as finance, travel, supporting new joiners, preparing memo's, drafting team communications, OIA's, WPQ's, supporting governance.

If you are looking to grow your experience, work in a vibrant and inclusive team where culture and work life balance are a priority this could be the next progression in your career.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

You will possess a high level of integrity and professionalism with proactive self-management skills, including working effectively without direct supervision, managing and organising fluctuating workloads in sometimes stressful situations. Some other key requirements of the role include:

• Able to personally cope with ambiguity and change
• Experience in providing executive support to a general manager
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
• Computer literate; proficient in Windows 2000 or later, MS Word/Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• 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 $68,371 and $75,501 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.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

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 contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Hurry as applications for this role close at midnight on Wednesday 12th February 2025

However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

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.