Project Administration Officer

About the role

Do you have strong organisational skills and love working within systems and procedures. Do you enjoy working across multiple areas, with a broad range of people? We are looking for a Project Administration Officer to join our Community Services and Development Group, reporting to the Operations and Officer Manager.

You will work with project leaders within our organisation with the added opportunity of being part of the Harbour Development Team as they complete their final year of construction.

The role will include coordination of workshops and meetings, accurate minutes delivered in a timely manner. You will assist with the occasional lunch cover for Councils Front Desk and assist the Property Officer by completing desktop maintenance requests, which would include contacting Contractors, completing Purchase orders and ensuring work has been completed.

About you

You will be able to work efficiently and independently across all groups and enjoy bringing a systematic approach to the role. You will be pro-active to ensure all administration requirements are completed on time and be able to build successful relationships with internal and external customers, iwi and hapū and key stakeholders. You will have:

• High level of attention to detail
• Relevant work experience or training in administration
• Strong organisational skills
• High level of computer literacy using Microsoft Office
• An understanding of the Local Government sector
• Current driver’s licence.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok, back yourself! If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

About the district

Ōpōtiki district has a relatively small population but it is huge in size, opportunity and culture: it also boasts one of the most beautiful coastlines in the country! Ōpōtiki district is in a period of growth, and working with us is an opportunity to play a part in the district’s transformation.

View a copy of the Project Administration Officer Position Description PDF

Applications close Friday 9 June 2023 at 4.00pm. Please note that applications will be processed as they are received so we encourage you to apply early, as the advert may be removed before the closing date.

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