Job Description
Full Time
Application Closes 07 Jun 2026
Otago - Dunedin City
Office and Administrative Support Worker
Management Assistant
Play an integral role in the management of our care facility, providing administrative support to the manager, staff, and residents. Contribute to the successful day to day operations of the facility and quality service delivery for our residents by providing quality, efficient and proactive support to the manager and overall great service to staff, residents, visitors and contractors / suppliers.
Management Assistant role
Senior administrative position
North East Valley, Dunedin
Full-time permanent – 40 hours per week
About the Role
As the senior administrator of Ross Home, you will be reliable, discreet, and efficient. This busy role is based in our Ross Home Care Home in Dunedin. You will be an integral part of the leadership team, providing a range of administrative, book-keeping, and staff-related support for the facility manager. Your tasks will be varied, and will include coordinating meetings, staff training, interviews, timesheets, invoices, and recruitment needs. Playing a vital role in our close-knit team, you will be asked to provide guidance, advice, expertise, and care to staff and management. This position is a public-facing role and you will be in regular contact with residents and their families.
Hours: This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
About You
Qualifications and Education
NZ Certificate in Business Administration (or equivalent or higher qualification) - desirable.
Maintain a Restricted or Full Drivers Licence
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
3 or more years’ experience working in an administration role
Good interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
Excellent organisational, time management and planning skills
Experience and ability to develop effective systems and processes to meet specific requirements
Competent user of Microsoft office suite of products and demonstrated ability to learn and use new systems
Competent typing and data entry skills
Personal Qualities
Self-motivated, strong work ethic and uses their initiative
Service focused, be mature and reliable
Have a patient and compassionate demeanour
Be professional, responsible, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality and privacy
Be eager to learn and take on responsibilities as needed
What We Offer
Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation
Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives
Personal growth and career development opportunities
Working with a team of passionate people
On-the-job training
Discounts with local businesses
This is not a corporate job; we are working in older people’s home. Here, you can build meaningful relationships with staff and residents alike.
About Us
Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1+06. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. PSO operates a highly regarded network of + care homes across Otago and provides many other community-based social support programmes.
Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives.
An integral part of the North Dunedin community, Ross Home supports up to 124 residents living at rest home level care. Our 3-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.
Join the team at Ross Home - To apply click "Apply Now".
For further information contact Colleen Coop, Enliven Manager at Ross Home via colleen.coop@psotago.org.nz.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
If you have difficulty applying, please email recruitment@psotago.org.nz
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
Application Closes 07 Jun 2026
Otago - Dunedin City
Office and Administrative Support Worker
Management Assistant
Play an integral role in the management of our care facility, providing administrative support to the manager, staff, and residents. Contribute to the successful day to day operations of the facility and quality service delivery for our residents by providing quality, efficient and proactive support to the manager and overall great service to staff, residents, visitors and contractors / suppliers.
Management Assistant role
Senior administrative position
North East Valley, Dunedin
Full-time permanent – 40 hours per week
About the Role
As the senior administrator of Ross Home, you will be reliable, discreet, and efficient. This busy role is based in our Ross Home Care Home in Dunedin. You will be an integral part of the leadership team, providing a range of administrative, book-keeping, and staff-related support for the facility manager. Your tasks will be varied, and will include coordinating meetings, staff training, interviews, timesheets, invoices, and recruitment needs. Playing a vital role in our close-knit team, you will be asked to provide guidance, advice, expertise, and care to staff and management. This position is a public-facing role and you will be in regular contact with residents and their families.
Hours: This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
About You
Qualifications and Education
NZ Certificate in Business Administration (or equivalent or higher qualification) - desirable.
Maintain a Restricted or Full Drivers Licence
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
3 or more years’ experience working in an administration role
Good interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
Excellent organisational, time management and planning skills
Experience and ability to develop effective systems and processes to meet specific requirements
Competent user of Microsoft office suite of products and demonstrated ability to learn and use new systems
Competent typing and data entry skills
Personal Qualities
Self-motivated, strong work ethic and uses their initiative
Service focused, be mature and reliable
Have a patient and compassionate demeanour
Be professional, responsible, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality and privacy
Be eager to learn and take on responsibilities as needed
What We Offer
Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation
Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives
Personal growth and career development opportunities
Working with a team of passionate people
On-the-job training
Discounts with local businesses
This is not a corporate job; we are working in older people’s home. Here, you can build meaningful relationships with staff and residents alike.
About Us
Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) is a Charitable Trust established in 1+06. Our Mission is to walk with people across the generations to create together places to live, learn, and thrive. We call out injustice and advocate for positive change. PSO operates a highly regarded network of + care homes across Otago and provides many other community-based social support programmes.
Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives.
An integral part of the North Dunedin community, Ross Home supports up to 124 residents living at rest home level care. Our 3-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.
Join the team at Ross Home - To apply click "Apply Now".
For further information contact Colleen Coop, Enliven Manager at Ross Home via colleen.coop@psotago.org.nz.
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received, and this job vacancy could close prior to the closing date.
If you have difficulty applying, please email recruitment@psotago.org.nz
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Management Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Dunedin offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.