Administration Support Officer (Fixed-Term) - Christchurch Women's Prison at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Canterbury (Waitaha)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Secondment/fixed-term opportunity available immediately until March 2027
• Bring your strong administrative skills to a role that supports positive outcomes
• Based at Christchurch Women's Prison

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Christchurch Women's Prison currently have a 4-month Administration Support Officer secondment or fixed-term opportunity to cover wider internal movements. Our Administration Support Officers are responsible for providing general administration duties which contribute to the efficient and effective running of our mahi at the prison. Your day-to-day role will see you carrying out duties such as:

• Ordering goods and supplies for prison units.
• Receiving, recording, and storing all inward goods.
• Assigning, recording, and dispatching goods.
• Processing and checking incoming and outgoing mail.
• Telephone duties and other general administration tasks as required.

This role is connected to our Women's Strategic Plan - Wāhine: E Rere Ana Ki te Pae Hou supporting our commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and rehabilitative environment for women in our care. The Administration Support Officer is a key contributor to the smooth operation of Christchurch Women's Prison, providing high-quality administrative support that enables frontline staff and leaders to focus on achieving positive outcomes for wāhine and their whānau. We are looking for someone who demonstrates professionalism, initiative, strong organisational skills, and a genuine commitment to supporting the aspirations of women in our care.

The is a 4-month secondment/fixed-term position, working 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

We are interested in hearing from people who have a genuine interest in our kaupapa and are motivated to work successfully in a team environment. The skills and experience required for the role include:

• Strong experience and knowledge of office administration.
• Sound knowledge of computer software and database systems including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), along with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• The ability to organise effectively, be adaptable, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
• The ability to develop, foster and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse range of people.
• Resilience when dealing with difficult situations in changing environments and a pragmatic approach to problem solving.

You will need a Full New Zealand Driver Licence for this role.

Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, New Zealand Resident Permit holder, Australian citizen or an Australian resident who holds a current Australian Resident Return Visa.

Ngā painga | The benefits

The salary range for this role is $64, 717 - $68, 434 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 submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on: Monday 9^th November 2026.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact southernrecruitment@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.

We are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies for this role. Unsolicited CVs submitted by agencies will not be accepted and no agency fees will apply.