Community Engagement Administrator

Community Engagement Administrator
Hato Hone St John–Auckland, North Island
Full time
About 7 hours ago, from seek.co.nz
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Company Description

Ko wai mātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885. As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.
Job Description

He aha te tūranga - About the role:

A great opportunity for an experienced Administrator to join our Auckland Community Engagement team, working 40 hours per week. This role is based in Ellerslie, we offer a hybrid working model and you will be provided with a laptop and mobile phone to enable you to work flexibly. Travel may be required from time to time, so a full clean driver’s licence is essential.

Reporting to the Community Engagement Manager, a fundamental part of this role is about providing high level administrative support to our local Area Committees in the Northern Auckland District which includes Wellsford, Warkworth, Helensville, North Shore, Hibicus Coast, West Auckland, Waiheke and Central Auckland

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.

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

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you:

Skills and experience you'll bring

Previous administration and basic accounting experience
Strong organisation skills and excellent attention to detail
Confidence in working across the MS Office Suite
A strong customer focus with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A high level of professionalism and a 'can-do' attitude and
Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours occasionally
Ability to adapt changes quickly
A full clean New Zealand full driver’s licence

Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on 3rd November 2026

For further information please contact Cheru Pillay Recruitment Experience Advisor on 0+ 526 0528 x 8856 for a confidential discussion.
At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou, kia mahi haumaru ai.

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.