New Zealand: Missionary Travel Coordinator (Fixed-Term Maternity Cover)

A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global religious organization is seeking a Missionary Travel Coordinator in Auckland, New Zealand, to manage travel itineraries and assist with visa processes for missionaries. The successful candidate will have strong customer service skills, relevant travel industry experience, and be proficient in both English and MS Office tools. This is a full-time, fixed-term role covering maternity leave from November 2025 to August 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in the travel industry or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Church travel services is an advantage.
• Flexible with work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate travel itineraries for missionaries and families.
• Liaise with consulates for visa support.
• Book travel reservations using the Church’s booking tool.
• Prepare detailed itineraries for travellers.
• Ensure accuracy of documents and timely visa acquisition.
• Follow invoicing procedures for travel-related transactions.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Proficient in English

Proficient in MS Office tools

Education

2 years post-secondary education

Job description

Overview

New Zealand: Missionary Travel Coordinator (Fixed-Term Maternity Cover) – Auckland, New Zealand (No Local).

To meet the needs of the Church, we seek to build teams that represent the diverse perspectives, broad life experiences and backgrounds of our global Church membership. With that in mind, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Role

The Travel Division of the Area Materials Management Department is seeking a Missionary Travel Coordinator based at the Pacific Area Office in Takapuna, Auckland. This is a full-time, fixed-term role covering a maternity leave from approximately November 2025 to August 2026, reporting to the Missionary Travel Supervisor. The Missionary Travel Coordinator will represent the Church in interactions with pre-field missionaries, mission offices, MTCs, local government, consulates and immigration offices. Maintaining professionalism, warm and respectful communication is essential to uphold the Church’s reputation within the community.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate travel itineraries and guide missionaries, families, and priesthood leaders through the visa application process
• Liaise with local government offices and consulates to support visa and travel arrangements
• Plan cost-effective travel options and provide clear advice on available options and associated costs
• Book travel reservations for flights and accommodation using the Church’s online booking tool
• Prepare detailed itineraries, including travel restrictions and other relevant information for travellers
• Ensure documents are reviewed for accuracy and that visas are obtained in a timely manner
• Follow accounting procedures for invoicing, payments, and billing of travel and visa-related transactions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-secondary education plus 2 years of experience in the travel industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with Church travel services or in the travel industry is an advantage
• Strong customer service skills
• Proven ability to organise, prioritise, and solve problems while managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Proficient in English, both written and verbal
• Demonstrate professional conduct and behaviour
• Proficient in MS Office tools and applications
• Flexible with work schedule and available for on-call support as needed

Note: Only candidates who have legal work eligibility to hold employment in New Zealand should apply.