Administrator - Start Immediately

Are you an organised, empathetic, team player seeking to make a profound difference in the community? Are you passionate about utilising your administrative skills to support a cause that truly matters? Then we have an exceptional opportunity for you.

Continue reading or apply via our careers portal here: https://www.stroke.org.nz/job-vacancies

The Opportunity

Join our team based at the Stroke Foundation national office on Molesworth Street as an Administrator. In this pivotal role, you will provide day to day support to all staff, clients and customers contributing to our mission of preventing strokes and aiding stroke recovery. Working closely with the General Manager of Compliance & Risk, the Administration team and other key stakeholders, you will play a crucial part in ensuring smooth operation of our offices and services.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing all reception duties, greeting visitors, and maintaining a tidy office environment
• Providing administrative support to all National Office teams, the Chief Executive, and the other SFNZ Administrators
• Managing all postal services, answering and directing phone calls and incoming emails in a polite and friendly manner
• Handling sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Managing vehicle fleet processes and staff travel
• Maintaining office supplies and equipment
• Assisting with website updates and event logistics

Join a Meaningful Cause

The Stroke Foundation NZ has been at the forefront of stroke prevention and recovery for over 40 years, actively promoting ways to avoid stroke and dedicating ourselves to affected individuals, their whānau and carers. Over 9,000 strokes occur in New Zealand every year and stroke is the leading cause of serious adult disability in New Zealand, but over 75% of strokes are preventable.  We are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equity.

Our Mission

We work to prevent stroke, improve outcomes, and save lives.

Our Vision is for a New Zealand where:

• Significant steps are taken to reduce the number of strokes,
• Everyone understands and responds to the key risk factors,
• Anyone affected by stroke is supported and empowered.

About You

We are looking for a friendly, organised person with a passion for making things run smoothly. In this role, you will be the go-to person for all things administrative, using your initiative to support our team and being the face of the Stroke Foundation for both in house visitors and clients on the phone. 

To be part of our team it is essential that you:

• 2+ years experience in an administration role
• Proven organisation skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and use initiative to solve problems, as well as part of a wider team
• Friendly and professional demeanour

This role is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week), mostly office-based and requires the applicant to be eligible to work within New Zealand.  

Reasons to belong

As an employee you will be entitled to: 

• A $150 wellness voucher each year, 
• A $150 contribution towards optometrist and/or dental costs each year, 
• A day of leave on or around your birthday, 
• A whanau/wellbeing day of leave of your choosing each year, 
• Access to ‘TelusHealth’ our Employee Assistance Provider

Apply Today

If you resonate with our mission and possess the required skills, we invite you to submit a compelling cover letter outlining your suitability with your updated CV via our website portal: https://www.stroke.org.nz/job-vacancies. The Position Description can be found on our careers portal or by emailing [email protected].

Applications close on Friday 17 May 2024, and we are eager to connect with outstanding candidates promptly. To learn more about the role please email [email protected]. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a real impact!