Job Description

People & Culture Coordinator | Kaituitui Pūmanawa Tangata (Auckland)

• Full-time at 37.5 hours per week

• Salary Range $82,703 - $111,893 | Band 2A

• Auckland office-based (on-site)

Ko wai mātou | About the Human Rights Commission

We are committed to supporting a life of dignity for all, and to being a Te Tiriti based organisation tauira and human rights exemplar. We aim to ensure that all four articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi are upheld at every level of the organisation and in all our activities. Our expectation is that all individuals and teams have an important role in contributing to this journey and to be nimble, focused and coordinated for collective impact.

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role

We are looking for a motivated individual with a “can do” attitude who is keen to develop and grow their existing Human Resources and general office skills. You will bring excellent communication skills and experience in building positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, supporting end-to-end recruitment processes, and preparing employment documentation.

You will also play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the office, helping to keep our kaimahi and Commissioners well supported.

He kōrero mōu | About you

To be successful in this role, you will be able to manage competing priorities and multitask effectively in a busy environment. You will be a strong communicator who enjoys a variety of tasks and can build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Ideally, you will:

• Provide People & Culture coordination and office administration a support

• Effectively organise, prioritise, and manage multiple tasks

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes for employees

• Assist with the preparation of employment documentation and the review of policies, practices, and guidelines

• Work independently using Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn new systems and software

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills

• Be flexible and pitch in where needed

Ngā whaipainga o te mahi kei te Kāhui Tika Tangata | Benefits of working at the Human Rights Commission

• An inclusive Te Tiriti Based Organisation

• Generous leave package of five (5) weeks Annual Leave and an additional suite of leave, including Commission Days, Cultural Leave, and enhanced Parental and Sick leave

• Enhanced EAP support

• 37.5 hrs working week

• Enjoy discounted Health Insurance Plans, Gym memberships and a wide range of local discounts

Te Whakauruuru me te Kanorautanga | Inclusion & Diversity

We are open to applicants with a broad range of relevant and lived experiences as we celebrate diversity. To build a strong and representative workforce, we actively seek applications from people across our communities, including the disabled and neurodiverse, people with diverse ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds and from rainbow communities.

Please let us know, if any of our processes pose a barrier for you, or if you require any additional support that would facilitate your full participation in the application, selection and employment process.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

To apply, please complete the application form and be sure to include the following documents with your application:

• a covering letter; including what interests you about the role, your values and how you could be a good fit for the commission.

• Curriculum vitae (CV)

Please contact the People and Culture Team at the Human Rights Commission, if you have any questions about the role or application process: peopleandculture@tikatangata.org.nz

Please note that we require two references if you are shortlisted as the preferred candidate.

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Applications close 5 pm, Wednesday 8 April 2026

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Aotearoa | New Zealand and be able to satisfy standard pre-employment checks.