Youth Housing Administrator

Youth Housing Administrator-Join our team from our brand-new office space!

Are you an experienced administrator ready for your next challenge

Were looking for an organised proactive and people-focused administration superstar to join our Youth Housing team. Based in our brand-new office in Symonds street this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting services that make a real difference in the lives of young people.

About Lifewise Mō Lifewise

Lifewise is a national non-for-profit organisation that works interdependently with Airedale Property Trust and the Methodist Mission Northern. Across The Three Trusts we have over 400 employees who provide a broad range of social services in Auckland and Rotorua.

About the Role Mō te tūnga

The Youth Housing Administrator provides efficient proactive administrative support to the Service Leader and Team Leaders within the Youth Housing team. This role is integral to the teams success helping to create and sustain a productive well-organised and supportive working environment by ensuring administrative and reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.

The successful candidate will bring strong organisational skills excellent attention to detail and a genuine commitment to supporting positive social outcomes for young people.

What Youll Be Responsible For

• Administration and office operations
• Client information and data systems
• Client flow management
• Financial and resource management
• Workforce development and training coordination
• Vehicle fleet management
• Safety quality and compliance administration
• Event planning and coordination
• Supporting the organisations bicultural journey
• Health and safety administration and reporting

What Youll Bring Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact respectfully and effectively with clients colleagues and external stakeholders
• Excellent time management attention to detail and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Confidence identifying opportunities to improve systems and administrative processes
• A people-centred approach treating all individuals with dignity respect and empathy
• A commitment to working alongside Māori Pasifika and diverse communities in a culturally responsive way
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
• Alignment with Lifewises mission to address the root causes of homelessness and strengthen community wellbeing
• Reliability accountability and a commitment to delivering high-quality work

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven administration experience including document management scheduling data entry and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience working within housing social services community services or a related sector is advantageous
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a busy fast-paced environment

Whats in it for You Nōu te rourou

• Work from our brand-new office space
• Be part of a supportive purpose-driven team making a real difference in the community
• Opportunities to learn grow and develop professionally
• Unlimited coffee from our fantastic coffee machine
• Access to an on-site gym to support your wellbeing
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential wellbeing financial and personal support

Ready for Your Next Challenge

If youre an experienced administrator looking for a role where you can combine your organisational talent with meaningful purpose-driven work wed love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and cover letter and join a team committed to creating brighter futures for young people.

Applications close on 27 July 2026 so dont miss this exciting opportunity!

Required Experience:

Manager