Secretary Lakes District

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to all New Zealanders. Our organization is deeply rooted in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to build a health system that effectively serves the needs of every community across the country. About the Role We are currently seeking a Secretary for a full-time, fixed-term role based in Queenstown, starting in July 2025 and concluding in February 2026. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation of our services by delivering timely and effective administrative support. In this role, you will be responsible for: - Providing high-quality, responsive administrative assistance to our team. - Delivering excellent customer service and acting as an ambassador for Health NZ Southern. - Being an integral member of a multi-disciplinary team. About the Team/Service/Location Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern covers the largest geographical area among New Zealand's regions, serving approximately 350,000 individuals in diverse communities. We take pride in our comprehensive services and are dedicated to improving, promoting, and protecting the health of our region. Our passionate and dedicated staff are key to achieving these goals, and we are eager to welcome more like-minded individuals to join our efforts. About You We are looking for a team player with strong written and verbal communication skills and a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate should be adept at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks within tight deadlines. You will need at least two years of administrative experience, preferably within the healthcare sector. We seek an experienced administrator who thrives in a team environment and can cultivate positive interpersonal relationships. Our successful applicant will possess: - A minimum of two years of administrative experience. - Customer service experience. - Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. - The ability to work collaboratively in a team and foster good interpersonal relationships. Benefits At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to ensuring excellent healthcare for our communities. We celebrate diversity and inclusion within our workforce, which positions us to better understand and serve the needs of our population. We encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Tuesday, 22 July 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, please reach out to Mikayla Hamilton at mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may initiate the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. Please note that we only accept online applications through our website.