Team Administrator - Primary Care at Te Whatu Ora, Wellington

It's not very often something happens that's big; like, really big. Big to the point that it will touch the lives of every single person in the motu. That's what we're talking about here. The provision of health services in Aotearoa, and how they are delivered, is about to change in a big way.  

Te Whatu Ora-Health New Zealand and Te Aka Whai Ora-Māori Health Authority will together shape the delivery of health services in Aotearoa for generations to come and will form the core of a modern and integrated service looking after the needs of all our whānau. Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system. Join us in this mahi... 

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity  

Contribute to transforming the future of health and join the Primary Care team in the role of Team Administrator. Primary Care is a government priority, a well-connected effective Primary Health Care system that is equitable, meets Te Tiriti obligations and is patient centered is pivotal to improving patient health outcomes. This is an opportunity for you to be part of this mahi. 

As Team Administrator you will closely support the Manager, Primary Care and the wider group. This is a role where you will be exposed to key relationships, interesting work, and government processes. The team is inclusive and supportive, with a core focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion. The Team Administrator will give the Primary Care Team the support they need to effectively deliver their work programmes. 

Day-to-day you will be supporting the team with general admin, inbox and calendar coordination, managing financial processes and travel, proof reading, supporting with minute taking, communicating with stakeholders and assisting the team with their mahi. You will also contribute to process development and have the opportunity to work on projects as they arise. 

The team is open to someone early in their career, who has an interest in this mahi and wants to develop in the role while getting some key experience. 

There is a preference that this role is Wellington based, but we welcome applicants from around the motu who want to work remotely. 

Mōu | About you 

You are naturally organised and proactive, and the idea of working in health appeals to you. You have strong admin skills gained throughout your career or study and know how to establish priorities and meet deadlines while preserving high levels of accuracy. You're a strong communicator who is culturally competent and conscious of the audience you are communicating with.   

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply 

To view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click “APPLY NOW.”  For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal. 

The applications closing date is Monday 30th January at midnight. If you have any questions about the role, please feel free to contact careers@health.govt.nz.