Administration Support

6 days ago

Palmerston North Central, New Zealand Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children Full time NZ$54,080 - NZ$57,591 per year
  • Bring your administrative experience to this 6 month fixed term opportunity
  • Manage your own workload, with an ability to prioritise according to day-to-day requirements
  • Based in our Church Street office in Palmerston North

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

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Join our close-knit Customer Information Requests team. You'll be supported in an environment that values continuous improvement and collaboration.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Handling sensitive and confidential information
  • Using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) with confidence
  • Maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
  • Lifting storage boxes (up to 20kg) and scanning large volumes of paper files
  • Must be able to stand for long periods
  • Building strong team relationships and providing excellent customer service

Mōu | About you

We're looking for someone with:

  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Proven experience in customer service and information management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
  • A team-focused attitude and a sense of humour

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 $54,080 and $57,901 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.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and cover letter. If you're an Oranga Tamariki employee, use your Oranga Tamariki email address.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Applications for this role close on Sunday 16th November 2025. We may begin interviews before the closing date, so apply early

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.

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