Trust Tairāwhiti is the regional community trust with a strategic focus on economic development, community initiatives, and investments that support the wellbeing of our people and place. Our aspiration is for a region of Te Mana – Shared Pride, Te Ihi – Shared Prosperity, and Te Wehi – Shared Opportunity, enabling our people and communities to thrive.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Community Development Administrator to join our Hapori team on a fixed-term basis (30 hours per week) for 7–8 months.

This is a pivotal administrative role supporting the delivery of our funding and grants programmes, while also providing high-level executive support to the GM Hapori. You will play an important role in ensuring funding processes run smoothly, efficiently, and accurately, helping enable community initiatives that make a real difference across the region.

As the super user of our grant management systems, you will coordinate funding rounds, manage communications with applicants, support contracting and payment processes, and assist with grant documentation and reporting on how funds have been used. You will also provide proactive diary and administrative support to the GM Hapori, ensuring effective planning and coordination across the team.

This role works closely with internal teams, Finance, and a wide range of community stakeholders. Strong relationship management and attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You will also contribute to the implementation of our wellbeing framework He Rangitapu, He Tohu Ora, while continuing to develop your ability to work effectively with community, whānau, hapū, and iwi.

About you

You are a highly organised and proactive administrator who thrives on keeping systems and processes running smoothly. You take pride in accuracy, enjoy supporting others to succeed, and are confident managing competing priorities.

Ideally, you will bring:

  • Proven experience in administration, ideally within funding, grants, or community-focused environments
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Experience using grant management systems and the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Confidence coordinating meetings, travel, and executive schedules
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Cultural competence, including an understanding of te reo Māori me ona tikanga (preferred)

 

Why work for us

You will be part of a connected, values-led organisation committed to making a meaningful difference for our region. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to community development outcomes while working within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

We can offer you:

  • Competitive remuneration (pro-rata for 30 hours per week)
  • A role with real regional and community impact
  • Professional development opportunities
  • A modern and supportive workplace environment

This is a fixed-term, 30-hour-per-week position for approximately 7–8 months to cover parental leave.

If you are an organised professional who wants to contribute to positive community outcomes across Tairāwhiti Gisborne, apply now via SEEK or our website.

The full position description is available by emailing: [email protected]