Receptionist
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Job Location:
Christchurch - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Use your skills to uplift whānau and create meaningful change.
Thrive in a role that celebrates culture connection and community.
Join a supportive kaupapa-driven team working to strengthen Aotearoa.
Join Our Whānau!
About Us
Te Rūnanga o Ngā Maata Waka is dedicated to empowering and supporting our whānau through culturally grounded services advocacy and community initiatives. Guided by the core values of whanaungatanga manaakitanga and kaitiakitanga our mahi aims to uplift and strengthen our people and communities.
We proudly deliver a range of education social and community services to meet the needs of our whānau.
As the current guardians of Ngā Hau e Whā National Marae a marae open to all New Zealand citizens Te Rūnanga o Ngā Maata Waka upholds its vision as a place of unity and belonging for everyone All nations all people.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced people-focused Receptionist to be the welcoming first point of contact for our clients whānau community and visitors.
This role is about more than reception duties. Youll play a key part in creating a warm culturally safe and professional environment ensuring everyone who walks through our doors or contacts us feels acknowledged respected and supported.
Key Responsibilities:
Welcome clients whānau and visitors in a respectful and culturally appropriate way
Be the first point of contact via phone email and in person
Manage incoming calls and shared inboxes ensuring enquiries are handled or directed appropriately
Support day-to-day reception and administrative tasks
Maintain a calm professional presence even in busy or emotionally charged situations
What Youll Bring
Were looking for someone who:
Has experience in a reception front of house or customer-facing role
Is a confident and clear communicator with strong people skills
Demonstrates whanaungatanga through warm respectful and inclusive engagement
Is culturally aware and able to work respectfully with diverse communities
Can balance approachability with professionalism and confidentiality
Is organised reliable and comfortable managing multiple tasks
What We Offer
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunities for professional development
The chance to make a real difference in our communities
A commitment to your wellbeing at work
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications close 21 January 2026.
Please be advised that we will be actively reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates as they are received.
For more information about this role or Te Rūnanga o Ngā Maata Waka please contact the hiring manager
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Multi-line Phone Systems
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- QuickBooks
- Medical office experience
- Office Experience
- 10 Key Calculator
- Dental Office Experience
- Front Desk
- Administrative Experience
- Medical Receptionist
- Phone Etiquette
