Regional Business Administrator

6 days ago

Christchurch Central, New Zealand Barnardos Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$65,000 per year

The Regional Business Administrator provides administrative support and customer service for Barnardos Early Learning services at a regional level. With lots of variety, you will get to work alongside a range of people across the business unit.

This is a part time (30 hours per week) 6-month, fixed term opportunity based in Christchurch.

Key responsibilities

  • Organisation and coordination of meetings, travel arrangements, preparation of agendas and meeting papers and minute taking
  • Management of accounts payable and receivables
  • Contribute to service planning and monthly reporting
  • Coordination of recruitment, induction and payroll
  • Maintain systems to ensure all personnel records are up to date and prepare timesheets

Skills and experience

You will be an experienced, well-organised, resilient Administrator with strong stakeholder management experience to succeed in this role. You will have:

  • 3+ years previous experience in an administrative role (ideally in the not-for-profit sector)
  • Experience in a senior administrator role (essential)
  • Proven planning and organisation skills
  • Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines
  • Great communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Confidence working with numbers and using accounting, payroll and recruitment systems
  • NCEA Level 2 or above (or equivalent qualification)
  • Experience using Microsoft Office products and a typing speed of more than 55 words per minute (essential)
  • Full NZ drivers' license (essential)

Embody Our Values

  • Kotahitanga (Unity): Cultivate a sense of belonging through meaningful relationships with tamariki, rangatahi, colleagues, and the wider community
  • Mahi Tōtika (Excellence): Demonstrate unwavering integrity and purpose in all aspects of your work, striving for the highest standards of care
  • Kaikōkiritanga (Innovation): Drive positive change with creativity, constantly seeking new and effective ways to support tamariki and rangatahi
  • Āta Whakarongo (Active Listening): Let tamariki and rangatahi voices shape your approach, ensuring their perspectives are central to decision-making
  • Māiatanga (Empowerment): Nurture growth and unlock potential in tamariki, rangatahi, and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development

Why Choose Barnardos?

  • Be at the forefront of trauma-responsive youth care in New Zealand, contributing to groundbreaking programs
  • Join a respected NGO with over 55 years of impact in child welfare and advocacy
  • Access ongoing professional development opportunities, including specialized training in trauma-informed practices and the latest youth care methodologies
  • Enjoy family-friendly policies, including flexible work arrangements where possible
  • Benefit from discounted childcare at Barnardos Early Learning centers
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
  • Supportive team environment with regular supervision and peer support
  • Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people

About Barnardos:

For over 55 years Barnardos has been shaping brighter futures together with children and families in Aotearoa. Our mahi across social services, early learning and advocacy for children's rights and wellbeing means we're there for the whole childhood journey, and beyond.

If you would like a copy of the position description, or have any questions, please email

We will commence interviews as applications are received.

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