HR Coordinator

Ngāti Awa te toki, te tangatanga i te rā, te ngohengohe i te wai

Over the years, Te Tohu o Te Ora o Ngāti Awa (otherwise known as Ngāti Awa Social & Health Services) has grown into a leading iwi provider of health, social, and employment services, and more recently, Kāinga Māori development services. Our mission is to remain responsive and adaptable, ensuring our organisation is fit for purpose while supporting our whānau, hapori, and iwi to achieve prosperity and well-being.

We’re currently experiencing rapid growth, creating new opportunities for people who want to make a difference in our community.

He Tāngata, He Tāngata - If you care about people, you'll fit right in here

Our kaimahi are our greatest strength, and we’re looking for someone who knows HR and knows how to look after people. You are someone who can help build capability, maintain compliance, and champion our kaupapa Māori values across the organisation.

In this full-time permanent role, you’ll work closely with our HR Coordinator across a broad scope of HR functions, from HR operations and recruitment, to supporting managers with people matters, contributing to learning and development, and helping strengthen our culture and overall staff experience through continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring:

• Atleast 2 years experience in an HR Administrator or Coordinator role
• Solid understanding of NZ employment legislation
• Confident in maintaining accurate HRIS and employee records
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise urgent matters
• Sound judgement and a discreet, trusted approach
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong work ethic and a high level of integrity
• Understanding and practice of tikanga Māori
• A qualification in Human Resources or a related field
  

Ngā whiwhinga - What you'll gain

Join us in Whakatāne, a coastal town with all the essentials and surrounded by rivers, beaches and native landscapes. You’ll be part of a workforce immersed in Te Ao Māori, with pathways to expand your skills and knowledge through our Te Pou Mataaho wānanga and other professional development initiatives. We offer a competitive salary reflective of your experience, along with a range of staff benefits subject to eligibility. Explore the opportunities we have available and grow your career with us.

Tono Mai - Apply Today

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Aotearoa. If you’re an experienced HR professional who enjoys meaningful mahi and wants to contribute to a values‑driven organisation, please apply today or email hr@nash.org.nz if you have any queries.

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