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MARAEA BRODRICK

Hamilton East,New Zealand

Summary

Experienced administrator with a strong track record in providing high-level business and administrative support, particularly in culturally rich and community-focused environments. Adept at project coordination, financial administration, and fostering effective partnerships. Passionate about process improvement and aligning operations with organizational goals. Fluent in English and Te Reo Māori, with a deep understanding of tikanga and iwi values.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Administrator

Tainui Group Holdings
10.2022 - Current
  • Serve as the first point of contact, greeting visitors, handling inquiries, and managing incoming/outgoing communications (phone, email, mail)
  • Coordinate meeting logistics, including room setup, catering, and technology for internal and external events
  • Manage the TGH meeting room calendar, resource bookings, and assist with board meeting preparations
  • Oversee environmental processes such as recycling, waste management, and vehicle maintenance
  • Building Warden, ensuring fire safety protocols are followed and conducting monthly Health & Safety meetings
  • Provide administrative support, including maintaining contact databases, raising purchase orders, and assisting with overflow work from various departments
  • Handle archiving, records management, and document preparation, ensuring high confidentiality and professional standards
  • Actively contribute to team culture by supporting colleagues and fostering collaboration in alignment with company values and Waikato-Tainui tikanga

Museum Assistant (part-time 20 hrs)

Te Ahu Museum, Far North District Council
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Managed customer service, public access, and museum operations
  • Supported research, exhibitions, and public programmes, contributing to the enhancement of museum knowledge and public engagement
  • Prepared project reports, ensuring compliance with council policies
  • Conducted OSH inspections and managed safety and security protocols
  • Developed effective working relationships, promoting cultural awareness

Freelance Accounts Administrator (casual)

Various
10.2005 - 01.2018
  • Processed accounts payable, payroll, GST, and PAYE returns; provided admin support for various clients

Financial Coordinator

Te Ataarangi Trust
09.2006 - 12.2013
  • Managed accounts payable, payroll for nationwide staff, and monthly cashflow optimization
  • Prepared GST and PAYE tax returns, maintained financial records, and processed internal service charges
  • Assisted in procurement processes, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures
  • Supported budgeting, financial reporting, and cost management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals

Financial Administrator

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi
06.2002 - 08.2006
  • Supervised accounts clerk, processed accounts payable, and managed financial records
  • Administered payroll, managed imprest accounts, and ensured compliance with financial reporting requirements
  • Played a key role in maintaining internal control systems and procurement procedures

Personal Assistant to CEO/Administrator

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi
03.1996 - 06.1999
  • Managed CEO’s diary, supported executive operations, and supervised administrative staff
  • Led development of office systems and coordinated Ministry of Education EFTS data returns
  • Facilitated NZQA accreditation processes, playing a key role in securing Wānanga status

Education

Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori -

Te Whare Wānanga O Awanuiārangi
Waihou Marae, Hokianga
04.2013

Te Tohu Mātauranga: Te Reo me ōna Tikanga Māori – Diploma -

Te Wānanga O Aotearoa
Hamilton
12.2010

Te Pokairewa a Te Ataarangi – Advanced Certificate -

Te Whare Wānanga O Awanuiārangi
Hamilton
12.2008

Te Tohu Pokaitahi a Te Ataarangi – Certificate -

Te Whare Wānanga O Awanuiārangi
Hamilton
12.2007

Pitman and NZ Trades Certification Board Certificates in Typing and Shorthand -

Manukau Technical Institute
Auckland
12.1975

School Certificate in Typing -

Manukau Technical Institute
Auckland
12.1975

School Certificate in French, English, Mathematics -

McAuley High School
Auckland
12.1974

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Expertise in report preparation, financial processing and business support
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
  • Fluent in English and Te Reo Maori
  • Skilled in systems analysis and workflow improvement
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

Interests

Hanging out and working with whanau, friends and groups of people who have common objectives

Reading non-fiction - wide range of topics but particularly business, management, health, and spiritual subjects

Watching movies - thrillers, dramas, biographies; and documentaries

Travelling (within New Zealand, Australia and United States)

Following our grand daughter in the sport of rowing, who is now in her second year of coaching after having rowed 4 seasons (2019-2023) for Wesley College, Melbourne


Timeline

Office Administrator

Tainui Group Holdings
10.2022 - Current

Museum Assistant (part-time 20 hrs)

Te Ahu Museum, Far North District Council
01.2018 - 03.2019

Financial Coordinator

Te Ataarangi Trust
09.2006 - 12.2013

Freelance Accounts Administrator (casual)

Various
10.2005 - 01.2018

Financial Administrator

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi
06.2002 - 08.2006

Personal Assistant to CEO/Administrator

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi
03.1996 - 06.1999

Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori -

Te Whare Wānanga O Awanuiārangi

Te Tohu Mātauranga: Te Reo me ōna Tikanga Māori – Diploma -

Te Wānanga O Aotearoa

Te Pokairewa a Te Ataarangi – Advanced Certificate -

Te Whare Wānanga O Awanuiārangi

Te Tohu Pokaitahi a Te Ataarangi – Certificate -

Te Whare Wānanga O Awanuiārangi

Pitman and NZ Trades Certification Board Certificates in Typing and Shorthand -

Manukau Technical Institute

School Certificate in Typing -

Manukau Technical Institute

School Certificate in French, English, Mathematics -

McAuley High School

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