Opportunities from Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children Opportunities

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Bring your administrative and coordination expertise to this new roleSupport our kaupapa of protecting the natural integrity of M&#257ori land and preserving m&#257tauranga M&#257oriFull time, permanent role based in Gisborne or Napier with flexible ways of workingTe toto o te tangata, he kai; te oranga o te tangata, he whenuaWhile food provides the blood in our veins, our health is drawn from the land Ng&#257 Whenua R&#257hui | Te Papa Atawhai serves to protect and sustain nature across Aotearoa. We put nature and people at the heart of our mahi, guided by te reo M&#257ori, te ao M&#257ori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. M&#333 te t&#363ranga | About the roleTo succeed in this role, you will be focussed on providing support to the Pou Ng&#257 Whenua R&#257hui, Pou H&#275teri-&#256-Nuku and the Ng&#257 Whenua R&#257hui and H&#275teri-&#256-Nuku kaimahi. You will need to be a smart, tech-savvy operator with strong prioritisation, warm communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a wide range of people to ensure the Pou and kaimahi you support are successful in their role. Key responsibilities include:administer and maintain team systems and processesprovide administrative support including diary and email management, planning and event managementsupport team members with travel and accommodation arrangementspreparing documentation including presentations, task assignments, reports and briefingssupporting taskforces, including taking minutes of meetingscoordinate fleet management at office sitesbasic knowledge of budget managementestablishing and managing relationships with key stakeholders externally and within DOC.Click here for the Role Description Ng&#257 p&#363kenga me ng&#257 wheako | Skills and experienceIf you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:proven aptitude in an administrative roleinitiative and thoughtfulnessknowledge/understanding of Government is helpful but not essentialexcellent communication and interpersonal skillshighly effective planning and organisational skillsstrong customer service focusexpertise using the Microsoft suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.knowledge and experience in planning and organising projects.Desirable:ability to speak or understand te reo is highly desirablecurrent full New Zealand driver's licence.He aha ng&#257 p&#257inga m&#333u? | What's in it for you?DOC is committed to a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're driven by our values and behaviours, and are working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default. Want to know more? Tonoa inai&#257nei | Apply nowApply online with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and alignment to our Kaupapa. We're unable to accept emailed applications or provide feedback to applicants not shortlisted. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know and we'll try to accommodate. Salary: $65,590-$82,000, depending on skills and experience.Eligibility: You must hold a valid New Zealand work visa that covers the duration of employment. R&#257 whakakapi | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 Me he p&#257tai an&#333, whakap&#257 mai | For further enquiries, please contact Anna Basova, Recruitment Advisor, at abasova@doc.govt.nz