HR Administrator

HR Administrator / Kaimahi Tangata

DCM

Wellington Central, Wellington

Full time

Expected salary $75 to $85,000

DCM (Downtown Community Ministry) is the leading social service in Wellington working with people who are experiencing homelessness – in particular, those who are rough sleeping or without shelter.

Sitting in the heart of Wellington at 2 Lukes Lane on the site of Te Aro Pā, the most marginalised people in our city come to us because they genuinely feel welcome and because what we do works, and makes a difference in their lives.

We're looking for an HR Administrator to join our small Finance and HR team.  This role is all about timely and accurate administration of the HR function.

It will maintain personnel records, update databases, create and maintain guidelines and promote organisational wellbeing through creating a safe work environment for employees at all levels.

You'll play a key role in developing and fostering a culture of best practice that supports leading service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordination of recruitment including review of Job Descriptions, advertising, contacting candidates and scheduling interviews
• Onboarding and induction of new staff.
• Utilising the functionality of our HR system to manage the performance management process from setting key performance indicators, through to training plans
• Offboarding, organising exit interviews and report on findings
• Preparation of timely and accurate HR  reports
• DCM's Health Safety and Wellbeing
• Provide support to the Finance Assistant especially providing cover for Payroll preparation and processing when required

About You

You will have technical skills around HR  procedures, processes and best practice.   You understand the importance of accuracy, timeliness, and relevance in reporting.

You have an eye for detail and strong communication skills. You will need a working knowledge of Payroll  to be able to support the Finance Assistant. You will work as a team player, working collaboratively with others.

You'll Bring:

•Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.

• Proven accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail

• Exceptional organisation skills

• Discreet

• Effective communicator, excellent communication skills especially written and verbal

• Experience in managing the HR function in a small to medium organisation

• Experience in using an HRIS system
• A working knowledge of Payroll to be able to provide cover to the rest of the team
• A team player

• Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Why Work With Us?

• Be part of a passionate team making a real difference in people's lives

• Unlimited sick leave

• Opportunities for professional development

• A values-led, inclusive workplace

Please visit our website – – for the full job description.

If you are interested in a role with us please send us your up-to-date CV and a cover letter by Wednesday 29 October 2025, 5pm.