ENGAGE & ENRICH Administration Assistant | Kaiwhakarite

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ENGAGE & ENRICH Administration Assistant at Methodist Mission Southern in Dunedin invites a proactive administrator to support data capture and record keeping, provide administrative support for ENGAGE and ENRICH processes, coordinate schedules and travel, deliver event planning assistance, and offer hands on project support. You should bring prior admin experience, strong MS Office and Adobe skills, meticulous attention to detail, excellent planning and time management, and the ability to identify and implement efficient processes, with a commitment to working in a bicultural organisation and clear communication. Desirable: experience in early childhood education, familiarity with te reo Māori and tikaka, knowledge of Te Whāriki. Why join us: make a difference in tamariki, collaborative culture, growth opportunities, bicultural focus, flexibility. Apply via the Methodist Mission Southern portal by 09:00 on Wednesday 16 September 2026; tailor your resume to highlight relevant admin wins, show how you support programmes like ENGAGE and ENRICH, and review the Job Description and Application for Employment form before you submit.

Are you a dynamic, dedicated individual who is passionate about making a positive impact on early childhood education? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your skills and ideas can truly shine? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of ENGAGE & ENRICH Administration Assistant | Kaiwhakarite at Methodist Mission Southern.

About Us:

Methodist Mission Southern is a forward-thinking social services organisation committed to supporting early childhood education through the ENGAGE and ENRICH programmes. We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to support our team, to deliver high-quality, impactful programmes and projects that contribute to the growth and development of our tamariki.

Key Responsibilities:

As Administration Assistant | Kaiwhakarite, you will play a supporting role in the delivery of our ENGAGE and ENRICH programmes. You will be responsible for:

• Record keeping and accurate collection of data
• Carrying at administrative support for implementation of all ENGAGE/ENRICH processes
• Coordinating schedules, booking meetings and managing travel plans for the team
• Providing event planning and delivery support , including workshop booking and attendance management
• Hands-on project support

Qualifications and Skills: 

To thrive in this role, you should possess:

• Previous or current administration experience
• Current knowledge and competency with Microsoft Office and Adobe
• Attention to detail
• Excellent planning, time management and organisational skills
• Ability to identify and implement efficient processes
• A commitment to working in a bi-cultural organisation
• Strong communication skills

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in an early childhood education environment.
• Familiarity with te reo Māori and tikaka.
• Knowledge of Te Whāriki and the early learning sector.

Why Join Us:

• Make a Difference: Contribute to the enhancement of early childhood education and support kaiako to develop children’s self-regulation and language skills through play.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive and collaborative team that values innovation and creativity.
• Professional Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Bicultural Focus: Be part of an organisation committed to becoming bicultural and fostering positive relationships.
• Flexibility: Embrace a role that offers flexibility and a chance to make a meaningful impact.

A link to our job portal is located on the Methodist Mission Southern website. 

Please apply via the portal or apply here.  A Job Description and Application for Employment form will be sent to you on receipt of your application.

Applications close at 09:00 on Wednesday 16 September 2026