Programme Coordinator Korowai Manaaki

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children; South Head; On-site; NZD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Supportive team

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children seeks a Programme Coordinator to support rangatahi at Korowai Manaaki, Wiri, South Auckland. You will coordinate programmes with external providers, residential team leaders, and care teams to ensure content aligns with behavioural plans and rehabilitation goals.

The role requires building cross-cultural relationships, delivering engaging daily programmes in a Youth Justice environment, and ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth justice or similar settings.
• Strong collaboration with community providers and government partners.
• Ability to work in cross-cultural environments with Māori, Pacifica communities.

Skills

Programme coordination

Cross-cultural competence

Relationship building

Stakeholder engagement

Safety and risk awareness

Education

Tertiary qualification desirable

Job description

Do you want to help make a significant difference in the lives of youth offenders? We have a rewarding Programme Coordinator position for you to help make positive outcomes for rangatahi at our Youth Justice Residence - Korowai Manaaki in Wiri, South Auckland.

Mō mātou | About us

Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Oranga Tamariki–Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting children first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.

Here at Korowai Manaaki we provide a safe, secure and supportive environment where rangatahi (young people) who have offended can make changes and get their lives back on track. In addition to maintaining secure facilities, we aim to help rehabilitate young offenders.

Mō te ūnga | About the role

The Programme Coordinator collaborates closely with external providers, residential team leaders, case leaders and care teams to ensure programmes and content are relevant to behavioural plans, interventions and the needs of young people. Fostering key relationships and networks with external providers of programmes is vital along with the ability to review and monitor programme delivery and outcomes.

Ngā ūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural issues and concerns, in particular, knowledge of Tikanga Māori, Te Whare Tapa Wha model, and Pacifica community.
• Knowledge of, and established links to, community networks and experience working in collaboration and conjunction with community service providers, other government departments, including effective work in cross cultural environments and contexts.
• Understanding of the statutory role and objectives of Oranga Tamariki.
• Clinical and therapeutic experience in a multi-disciplinary setting with children and adolescents to address complex behavioural issues.
• Confident in building relationships with rangatahi and formulating programmes based on their individual needs and goals.
• Understands the importance of safe and meaningful programs delivered in a Youth Justice environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and deliver engaging programmes daily.
• A relevant tertiary qualification is desirable and registration with a professional body is an advantage but is not a requirement.

Please note that the successful candidate must meet the safety checking and police vetting requirements required under the Children's Act. This includes a police vetting where the Clean Slate scheme does not apply. They also will hold a full, clean New Zealand drivers licence.

Nŏ te rourou | What\'s in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $68,371 and $75,501 dependant on experience. We offer paid ongoing training, a vibrant and supportive team and a genuine commitment to wellbeing so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.