We are looking for the best Human Resources Coordinator (HRC) to provide end-to-end human resources support across Shama. This role ensures effective recruitment, onboarding, compliance, employee relations, HR administration, and volunteer coordination to support Shama’s mission and the well-being of staff and volunteers.
The HRC acts as a key link between management and employees, ensuring that Shama attracts, recruits, and supports the best staff and volunteers while maintaining a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive workplace. The role also supports organisational compliance, maintains HR systems and records, and assists managers and the Board of Trustees with policy development and implementation.
- Position Title: Human Resources Coordinator
- Location: Hamilton, 8 Liverpool Street
- Position Term: Fixed term – 1 year / 30 hours per week
- Work mode: On-site
- Salary: $30–$33 per hour, based on experience
Qualifications and Skills:
- Understanding of ethnic communities and diverse cultural backgrounds in New Zealand
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural awareness
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience in human resources or a similar role
- Experience working with volunteers or in the community / not-for-profit sector preferred
- Knowledge of New Zealand employment law and HR best practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital workplace systems
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently
- Understanding of the community and non-profit sector
- The ability to speak 1 or 2 ethnic languages will be an advantage
To Apply:
If you feel you fulfil the above requirements, please email your cover letter and CV to info@shama.org.nz. A detailed job description for this role is available upon request.
For any queries, please call (07) 843 3811.
Application Deadline
Applications close on Sunday 31st May, 2026
