Community Engagement Administrator

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Administrator to join our Central West Community Engagement team, in this permanent, full time (40 hour) role. 

Reporting to the Community Engagement Manager, a fundamental part of this role is about providing high level administrative support to our nine local Area Committees in the Waipa King Country District which includes Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, Te Kuiti, Benneydale, Piopio, Putaruru, Taumarunui and Tokoroa.

Hato Hone St John Area Committees are made up of highly valued Tūao (volunteers) who have a strong community focus. Therefore, we are seeking someone who brings equal passion for meeting community needs and has the ability to easily build strong relationships with Area Committees, internal and external stakeholders.

This role is based in Hamilton and we offer a hybrid working model (Wednesdays + one other day of choice in the office). Regular travel across the region will be required, as well as occasional evening and weekend work. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Provide financial support by assisting with grant applications, and managing budgets
• Resolve queries, process and authorise invoices and purchase orders, and handle general administrative tasks
• Develop community impact plans and coordinate with support networks for Area Committees
• Assist in community engagement activities, facilitate learning opportunities, and organise District Forums
• Participate in promotional and fundraising efforts
• Oversee property maintenance and write content for the regional newsletter and social media with a high standard of written English
• Understand Te Tiriti o Waitangi (desirable) and have knowledge of tikanga Māori and Te Reo, or a genuine willingness to learn