Programme Coordinator (12 month pilot)

Speed Freaks; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Speed Freaks is seeking a Programme Coordinator to lead the Wellington pilot, reporting to the CEO and Regional Development Manager. You will oversee two part-time navigators and volunteers, support AOD and community providers, onboard volunteer coaches, and grow reach and sustainability.

You will build relationships with parkrunNZ and other community partners, promote kaupapa values, and work across recovery and wellbeing sectors to strengthen connections.

Qualifications

• Experience in the AOD and mental health sector with relevant registrations desired.
• Passion for running, walking and community connection.
• Full driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Comfort with computers, smartphones and social media.
• Ability to create safe spaces for individuals, whanau and community.

Responsibilities

• Develop participant, volunteer coach and stakeholder engagement.
• Organise internal and external events for Speed Freaks groups.
• Meet reporting requirements and ensure policies are maintained.
• Respond to change and growth as the organisation develops.
• Collaborate with Regional Development Manager and National team on local responses.
• Hold courageous conversations with clear boundaries and confidentiality.
• Support groups and networking from our base, with some travel to Auckland and Christchurch.

Skills

community development

recovery

mental health

wellbeing

relationship-building

presentation & facilitation

Education

Social work / AOD practitioner / counsellor registration (desirable)

Job description

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Programme Coordinator – Wellington Central

Are you passionate about connection, community, and running? Do you enjoy start-ups and building something meaningful? Want to be part of a movement that supports addiction recovery and mental well-being through connection and movement?

Are you passionate about connection, community, and running? Do you enjoy start-ups and building something meaningful? Want to be part of a movement that supports addiction recovery and mental well-being through connection and movement?

About Speed Freaks

Speed Freaks Charitable Trust was established in 2021 to support recovery from addiction and mental distress through the vehicle of running and walking.

We grow community connection, increase recovery capital, and support inclusive communities. Our programme is delivered by trained volunteer coaches, supported by peers and staff, and grounded in our kaupapa that strengthens health and well being.

The development of Speed Freaks across Aotearoa has been shaped by participants, volunteer coaches and our wider community.

We are excited to offer a pilot programme to AOD and mental health providers in Wellington Central. The 12 month pilot has been made possible through the positive response to our programme and community by local agencies, and supporters.

About the Role

We are seeking a community-focused Programme Coordinator to lead and grow the Wellington pilot.

Reporting to the CEO and Regional Development Manager, you will:

• Oversee two part-time peer navigators and a team of local volunteers
• Support AOD and community providers to establish Speed Freaks groups
• Work with the National Volunteer Coordinator to onboard volunteer coaches
• Grow programme reach and long-term sustainability
• Uphold and model the Speed Freaks kaupapa
• Build and maintain key relationships, including with parkrunNZ
• Foster collaboration across the local recovery and well-being sector

About You

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have experience in community development, recovery, mental health or wellbeing
• Are confident working alongside people in recovery
• Are organised, self-motivated and relationship-focused
• Value inclusion, manaakitanga and connection
• Don’t mind lacing up your shoes and getting involved
• Are comfortable presenting to and facilitating a wide range of groups.

This is an active role: You need to be able to comfortably run 8-10 kilometres, as you will, at times be participating in group activities, including supporting and completing running and walking events on both road and trail.

Further role description: This is a 12 month full-time role, with the possibility of an extension. You will be supported by the National Team and networked with Programme Coordinators from regional bases, Te Tai Poutini, Ōtautahi and Tāmaki Makaurau

The Programme Coordinator will;

• Develop participant, volunteer coach and stakeholder engagement.
• Organise both internal and external events/activities for Speed Freaks groups.
• Meet reporting requirements and ensure policy and procedures are maintained.
• Respond to change and growth as our organisation continues to develop.
• Work with your Regional Development Manager and National team, to develop local responses to identified areas of need.
• Be comfortable holding courageous conversations (clear boundaries and confidentiality are a must).
• As a pilot, we will be hosted for the 12 months by a collaborative provider. Our mahi being actively community based, it is expected that the team will be supporting groups and networking from our base. There is some travel expected with the role including visiting teams in Auckland and Christchurch.

Requirements for this role: We seek applicants who have the following skills, knowledge and expertise:

• A good understanding / experience of working in the AOD and mental health sector. A professional qualification and registration is desirable (e.g, Social Work; AOD Practitioner; Counsellor).
• A passion for running, walking and connecting with the community.
• A full driver's license essential and have access to reliable transport.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Confidence with computers, smart phones, and social media.
• Flexibility and motivation to respond positively in changing environments.
• The ability to consider creative solutions to issues and navigate hurdles.
• The ability to generate and create a safe space for individuals, whanau and community to flourish.

Position hours are required to be worked typically Monday to Friday with flexibility for weekend and evening work.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about our mahi and meet our local groups.

Closing Date: 14th September

www.speedfreaks.org.nz