Claims Coordinator | Wellington City

Job Description

Claims Co-ordinator role

Waitangi Tribunal Unit

12 Month Fixed Term

The Waitangi Tribunal is a permanent commission of inquiry charged with making recommendations on claims brought by Māori relating to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. It holds a unique place in the New Zealand constitutional framework.

We are looking for a talented and hard-working person to join the Waitangi Tribunal Unit as a Claims Coordinator.

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

The Claims Coordinator supports the Waitangi Tribunal by performing event management and document management services that are essential to the effective operation of the organisation. These functions include:

• Facilitating claimant participation in Waitangi Tribunal inquiries
• Organising official events
• Providing administrative support to Waitangi Tribunal members and the judiciary

Ō pūkenga/Skills and Experience

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we have outlined and believe you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail in managing large document banks and records
• Experience in planning large events in set timeframes
• Flexibility and ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Full clean motor vehicle driver's license (essential)

Experience working with judiciary and a commitment to developing your knowledge in Te Reo and Tikanga Māori will be an advantage.

Mō mātou/About us

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

Ngā painga o tēnei wāhi mahi/What's great about working here

We offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be. These include:

• 4.4 weeks holiday leave
• flexible work hours where possible
• an online professional development portal
• access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks

See our full range of benefits here.

With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The appointing salary for this role will be between $65,066 and $90,008 based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Applications close on 22 September 2024; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz

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