Recruitment and Rostering Manager

4 days ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$110,000 per year

Mo tenei turanga mahi | About the role

The Recruitment & Rostering Manager, Overseas Operations will work closely with the Overseas Operations Manager to assist with overseas operations services following the 2026 General Election. The main task of the role is to ensure the right people are recruited and rostered to support the work of the overseas team. This includes all recruitment related activities from selection through to induction and rostering.

Starting in January this is a fixed term role until December 2026

The salary for this role is $88,880

He aha t u e mahi ana| What you'll be doing

  • Working closely with the Electorate Manager and Logistics and Supplies Manager
  • Identifying the recruitment and training needs for the Electorate
  • Recruiting and rostering sufficient numbers of employees
  • Coordinating the preparation and delivery of training materials
  • Pooling recruitment and training resources with other Electorate RRM's where applicable

Mohou ake | About you

To be successful in this role you will have attention to detail and the ability to quickly learn new processes and systems. You can work in complex environments where there is a lot going on at one time, working with people from all walks of life. You thrive in the excitement of delivering a significant event. You can be flexible with your work week, including working evenings and weekends during busy periods. Experience in bulk recruitment for large events preferred but not required.

Ko ng mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitu| What you'll need to succeed

  • High level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the ability to quickly learn election-based IT systems
  • Experience of assessing people's skill levels
  • High level of planning and organisational skills
  • Experience in scheduling rostering
  • Experience in payroll systems
  • Sound decision-making ability
  • Ability to quickly learn new processes and systems
  • High level of flexibility, ability to multitask
  • Good literacy and numeracy skills
  • Experience in operational management and administration
  • Strong community networks

Te Kaitiaki Take Kowhiri | About the Electoral Commission

Confidence in a free, fair, and secret voting system is at the heart of any democracy.

In Aotearoa New Zealand this is something we almost take for granted. But it relies on the integrity of our electoral process, and at the Electoral Commission safeguarding trust and confidence in this process is central to everything we do.

Here's your chance to contribute to New Zealand's democracy as part of a team who will deliver voting services to voters in various Electorates. It's an exciting and varied role within a team which is committed, supportive and hands-on.

Why join the Electoral Commission?

The Commission is building an inclusive strength focused culture where diversity is encouraged and valued, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, orientations and identities. We want to provide a flexible working environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We are happy to discuss what works for you. You will join a team who are here for the right reasons, and we are passionate about what we do.

He aha e whai ake nei| What's next?

To view the job description or to apply for this role, click 'apply now' or for more information please contact You must be legally allowed to work in New Zealand.

This role closes Sunday 7th December.

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