Programme Coordinator Korowai Manaaki

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

Job summary

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children is seeking a Programme Coordinator for the Youth Justice Residence - Korowai Manaaki in Wiri, South Auckland. You will collaborate with external providers and care teams to ensure programmes align with individual behavioural plans and learning goals for rangatahi.

The role requires strong cross-cultural understanding, clinical/therapeutic experience with youth, and the ability to build meaningful programmes in a Youth Justice setting.

Qualifications

• Understanding cross-cultural issues, incl. Tikanga Māori and Te Whare Tapa Whā.
• Established links to community networks and collaboration with service providers.
• Knowledge of Oranga Tamariki statutory role and objectives.
• Clinical/therapeutic experience with children/adolescents in multidisciplinary settings.
• Ability to build rangatahi relationships and tailor programmes to individual needs.
• Safety and meaningful program delivery in Youth Justice settings.
• Desirable tertiary qualification; professional registration is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with external providers, residential team leaders, and care teams to tailor programmes to behaviour plans.
• Reviews delivery and monitors outcomes of programme content.
• Maintains strong relationships with rangatahi, families, and partner organisations.
• Manages multiple tasks and delivers daily engagement sessions.

Skills

Cross-cultural awareness

Tikanga Māori

Community links

Statutory knowledge

Clinical therapy

Relationship building

Program safety

Multitasking

Tertiary qualification

Education

Tertiary qualification

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 mɓtĩ | 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 hapə, 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 tumō | 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 pūu manŤatōnń ńń | 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.

Nńń 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.

Applications close

Applications close at midnight, 10th June 2026.