Programme Administrator - Hamilton (6 Month Fixed Term) at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Join a supportive team & contribute to work that helps create positive outcomes for people in our management & care 

• Expand on your administration & coordination experience 

• 6 Month Fixed Term

Mō te tūnga | About the role 

To cover a period of leave, we have an exciting 6-month opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator to join our team. 

As a key member of the team, you'll provide administrative support that helps enable the successful delivery of rehabilitation programmes across the region. This is a busy and varied role where you'll work closely with Programme Facilitators and Principal Facilitators, contributing to meaningful outcomes for people in our care. 

In this role, you will have the opportunity to: 

• Coordinate and maintain programme information and records. 

• Support the setup and delivery of rehabilitation programmes. 

• Extract, collate, and prepare information, reports, and meeting packs. 

• Organise meetings, travel, and other logistical requirements. 

• Manage resource orders and support equipment and facility needs. 

• Contribute to health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives. 

• Provide reception and administrative support as required. 

Mōu | About you  

We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, bring strong administration experience, and deliver excellent service while working collaboratively with others. 

You will also have: 

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. 

• A collaborative approach and commitment to being a great team member. 

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Initiative, sound judgement, and the ability to work with discretion. 

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills. 

• A customer-focused mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality service. 

• Confidence engaging with a diverse range of people and stakeholders. 

• Personal accountability and alignment with Ara Poutama values. 

• A fair, respectful, and inclusive approach in all interactions.  

Ngā painga | The benefits 

The salary range for this role is $60,216 to $66,643 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.  

Mō mātou | About us  

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy. 

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required. 

Tono ināianei | Apply Now 

To express your interest in this secondment opportunity please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing why you are interested in this opportunity, highlighting relevant skills and experience applicable to the role and click submit to apply. 

To further support your interest, please speak with your manager prior to submitting your EOI to gain approval for your release including the length of the secondment should you be successful in securing this opportunity. 

Applications will close 7 October 2026

If you have any questions or want to learn more about this opportunity, contact Bianca.Jones@corrections.govt.nz