Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children Looking for Manager Administration Services at Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Full Time

• Annual remuneration for this position starts between $103,316.00 and $114,351.00 dependant on experience
• Waikato Region
• 1 x Permanent full-time position available

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

Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting children first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We have an opportunity for a Manager, Administration Services to join our Waikato regional team at Oranga Tamariki. The Manager, Administration Services is a key member of the wider Waikato regional leadership group. You will play a key role in supporting regional operations and frontline services to contribute to regional service delivery outcomes and initiatives.

The Manager, Administration Services, is responsible for the management of all administrative functions which contribute to the day-to-day operations of the region. Providing operational support to all service lines and auxiliary functions within and across the regions that they support, this role has an overarching responsibility to provide both strategic and operational advice and guidance to its stakeholders.

This position requires flexibility and adaptability in response to organisational changes and projects, encompassing payroll, human resources, health and safety, legal, vehicle fleet, finance, IT, and other specialist groups. Managing national system changes and implementation within the broader administrative functions while ensuring all changes are future focused.

To drive the student placement programme creating a clear talent pipeline of future social workers into front facing roles.

To manage the casual workers bureau and its staff to support the transporting, supervised access, mentoring, minding and ongoing support to tamariki, rangatahi and sites.

As this role covers a geographic region midlands role – covering Waikato, Bay of Plenty – Some travel will be required.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Experience in people management and in leading a high performing team.
• Experience in managing a team accountable for the provision of financial, administrative, and corporate services in an organisation (preferably in the Public/State sector)
• Experience in the development and implementation of financial and administration systems and standard operating procedures
• An ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in managing a budget
• Knowledge of the social sector or comparable organisation and understanding of the role administration support plays in effective operational delivery
• Experience in coaching, and mentoring to enhance overall capability in our kaimahi
• Experience of being adept at managing multiple tasks and prioritising the demands of a diverse range of stakeholders
• A clean, current full New Zealand driver’s licence is essential and a willingness to drive the Ministry’s vehicles (essential)
• Relevant and demonstrated level of administration experience
• Administration or tertiary level qualification (desirable)
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples’ culture
• Ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholder groups including but not limited to regional, site and national office colleagues and centralised enabling teams, regional public service colleagues, Iwi leaders, community NGOs and providers.

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. 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. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

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Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact

Hurry as applications for this role close on 22nd October 2023!

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.”

D&I Statement

Oranga Tamariki is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role. We also support flexible working arrangements.