Executive Assistant

• Support a senior leader’s making a difference
• preference is for a candidate to be based in Te Tai Tokerau
• Permanent fulltime role
  
  

You can untangle competing priorities, manage a diary that changes by the hour, and somehow pull together a meeting, briefing, travel itinerary and presentation before most people have finished their morning coffee. If that sounds familiar, keep reading.

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
  
  

We are committed to ensuring that 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.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Tamariki & Whānau Services are responsible for supporting some of the most vulnerable young people in Aotearoa. Working at the heart of a fast-paced and operationally focused leadership team, you'll provide high-quality executive support that helps our leaders focus on what matters most.

This is more than a traditional EA role. You'll be a trusted partner, managing complex diaries, coordinating meetings and events, arranging travel, preparing reports and presentations, handling sensitive information, and acting as a key point of contact for a wide range of stakeholders. You'll need to think ahead, anticipate issues before they arise, and keep things running smoothly when priorities inevitably shift.

Hybrid working arrangements are available; however, due to the collaborative and responsive nature of the role, regular attendance in our Wellington office will be important

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Proven experience providing executive support to senior leaders in a busy environment.
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong relationship-building skills and sound judgement when engaging with stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating meetings, events, travel, and administrative processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A high level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Confidence working in ambiguous and constantly changing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and solve problems proactively.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices, in particular knowledge of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples' culture.
  
  

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offers a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $68,371 and $75,501 dependent on experience.

We also 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.

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

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Please note this role is only open to internal applicants, please apply using your Oranga Tamariki email login. If you have any questions about role please contact

Applications for this role close at midnight on November 11th

We may begin reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

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.