Kaituitui Pūmanawa Tangata | Human Resource Coordinator

Overview Permanent full time Based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara | Wellington If you love variety, thrive in a supportive team, and want your work to make a meaningful impact, this is your chance to shine. So that the foundations of ancestral lands may be solid, benefitting Māori from our past, present and future alike. This is Te Tumu Paeroa, guardian, support and advancer of the mana of Māori land everywhere. About the Role Step into a role where people are at the heart of everything you do. As our Kaituitui Pūmanawa Tangata | Human Resources Coordinator , you’ll be a key connector who helps keep our organisation running smoothly and our culture thriving. No two days will look the same. Collaboration and a proactive spirit will set you up for success as you juggle multiple tasks and contribute to work that truly matters. In this dynamic position, you’ll bring accuracy, care, and curiosity to a wide range of HR activities—from coordinating initiatives that support our people across their employment journey including payroll support. You’ll be the go-to for organised, values-led HR support, helping us stay aligned with best practice and legislative requirements. Responsibilities Be the friendly first point of contact for our kaimahi, managing the AskHR inbox and making sure every query gets the support or direction it needs. Create and coordinate key HR documentation from employment letters to formal communications bringing clarity, consistency and professionalism to every interaction. Keep our HR systems humming, maintaining accurate staff records and ensuring our processes align with policies, delegations and employment agreements. Lead the full induction and offboarding experience, making sure new starters feel welcomed and departing staff are supported. Work closely with the HR Advisor to enter transactions and new starter information into our HRIS, contributing to seamless payroll operations every fortnight. A relevant qualification or real-world HR experience that shows you’re ready to hit the ground running. A solid grounding in HR practices and employment legislation, you know the essentials and you’re confident using them. A genuine desire to grow your HR career, with curiosity and ambition that we can help you nurture. Strong organisational skills, you thrive in a fast-paced environment, juggle multiple priorities with ease and keep things moving without missing a beat. Excellent communication skills and a natural ability to build strong, trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation. Confidence working independently, paired with a collaborative approach that strengthens the team around you. Great digital skills, especially in Microsoft Office. Eligibility to work in New Zealand. Qualifications Pae Rua- Te Whakarongo | An ability to understand Te Reo Māori, and ability to practice correct pronunciation of Te Reo Māori Pae Rua- Te Noho Marae | An understanding and living of Tikanga Māori on a noho marae level. Knowing and practising things such as basic karakia, waiata and one’s own pepehā (desired) Collaborative, supportive working environment 5 weeks annual leave Join an HR team that genuinely enjoys working together. We’re a friendly, down‑to‑earth group who know how to balance getting things done with having a good laugh along the way. Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate, we support each other, we have each others back, we share knowledge openly and celebrate wins (big and small). When you join us, you’re not just stepping into a role at Te Tumu Paeroa, you’re becoming part of a kaupapa where the expertise and fresh perspectives you bring will be valued highly and will be critical in enabling our vision. Keeping our values close at hand, top of mind and always in the heart. Kia Mau! Being great at our job is how we make the most difference for whenua and whanau. We work as one, we trust each other, and value our differences. We treat everyone with dignity, fairness and empathy. Integrity is the heart of everything we do. How to apply If you’re someone who thrives in a positive, people-first team that values connection as much as capability, you’ll feel right at home with us. APPLY NOW because this role won’t be open for long. #J-18808-Ljbffr