Team Administrator

at Ministry of Social Development
Published March 21, 2023
Location Auckland, New Zealand
Category Admin and Clerical  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Team Administrator Ministry of Social Development location Auckland.

About us the Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.

As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.

Team Administrator - 12 month fixed term or secondment opportunity. Based in Wellington or Auckland. Work for one of New Zealand's largest IT government department. A great opportunity to develop your career within the IT space. Work from home two days per week.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest government groups in the country and provide vital support to our team members to meet delivery goals and increase product capabilities and services to our clients. The opportunity as a Team Administrator, you will work as part of a team that provides, develops, and maintains general administration services within the Improvement, Systems and Technology Group.

The tasks you will be responsible for will include maintaining effective administration support services in a timely and accurate manner for our people leaders and other key managers where applicable. Providing support for activities such as induction, on boarding, off boarding, recruitment and making travel arrangements. Setting up and maintaining effective electronic and paper filing systems and procedures, and develop new systems as required to ensure quick access to information.

Co-ordinating meetings and writing meeting minutes. Organising events including booking rooms, arranging catering, and coordinating invites and responses. Participating in improvements of administrative support systems and internal procedures. Working alongside the IST Administration team to proactively support each other and ensure deadlines are met.

Abilities you will bring to the role demonstrated experience undertaking general administrative tasks. Previous experience working in a fast-paced complex environment, whilst managing multiple responsibilities at any one time. Attention to detail.

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Proven experience in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook with the ability to easily pick up and learn new software. The ability to easily build and maintain rapport with others and the ability to collaborate with a wide range of personalities and workstyles. Knowledge of administration policies, processes, systems, and technology is desirable.

We are an organisation that has people at the centre of our work. At MSD we understand that our people do to their best, when they can be their best and we’re committed to fostering a work culture that is diverse, inclusive, and supportive.

You will work for an organisation that really makes a difference for New Zealanders, while having the opportunity to develop your career through mentoring, professional development and on-the-job training.

You will also have access to the following benefits. Flexible working arrangement - Work from home two days per week, Health insurance, Vision care, KiwiSaver, Study assistance, Qualification programmes, Learning and development, Te Ao Māori. If you want be part of team that is committed to helping to build successful individuals and in turn building strong, healthy families and communities then we would love to hear from you. Salary range: $50,110.00 - $59,590.00