Administration Officer – Part‑time, Rangiora

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Administration Officer to provide high‑quality administrative and secretarial support to the Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Chief Executive. This permanent part‑time position (20 hours per week) is based in Rangiora and plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the council’s executive office.

Key responsibilities

• General administration including data entry, typing, filing, photocopying and travel bookings.
• Coordinate meetings and events at local, regional and national levels.
• Provide financial support such as processing purchase orders, invoicing and maintaining budget documentation.
• Handle public enquiries and maintain effective record‑keeping systems.
• Support continuous improvement of office processes and services.

Required profile

• 1–2 years experience in office administration.
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer‑service mindset with a solutions‑focused approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business software.