Administrator/Receptionist (Fixed Term)

Company Description

Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida

At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive. 

We develop and operate communities that provide independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team and residents are guided by three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way.

Job Description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

As a Receptionist/Administrator, you will play a crucial role in supporting our team, by providing reception, administrative and office support functions to the village in order to ensure smooth running of the operations. You’ll work closely with the Village Manager and other team members to ensure our residents enjoy a smooth, well-supported living experience.

Key Responsibilities

1. Providing services in a pleasant and courteous manner which is respectful of individual privacy, dignity and personal property. 
2. Attending to all reception duties including telephone calls, in a warm, friendly and professional manner, delivering appropriate level of customer service.  Greet and acknowledge anyone who passes reception.
3. Sorting documents, mail & parcels and delivering items to appropriate individuals within the village.
4. Ensure the reception area is presented well and always tidy and clean.
5. Assist with production of communication to residents and staff in the appropriate mediums.  This may also include coordination of regular newsletters.

Qualifications

To tatou kaitono pai | What you bring

Strength and competence in a similar role. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong administration background with the ability to pick up and learn new things quickly
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• An excellent work ethic and ability to contribute to the existing team
• Preference to having worked in a Retirement Village/Aged care setting 
• Excellent communication skills
• Current NZ Drivers License
• Legal right to work in New Zealand

Additional Information

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we can offer

• Beautiful, resort-style work environment
• An engaging, positive, fun and supportive work culture
• The opportunity to work with a dedicated and enthusiastic team

If you have a passion for working with older New Zealanders in a dynamic and vibrant team and seek purpose-led work, we’d love to hear from you!

Along with your CV, please submit a cover letter outlining what you’ll bring to the role and your fit to Arvida.