Youth Coach

Manaaki Ora; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual wellness contribution

Regular supervision

Professional development

Job summary

Manaaki Ora Trust is seeking a Youth Worker in Rotorua to support rangatahi in realising their potential within a kaupapa Māori framework.

You will require a Youth work qualification or equivalent experience, a current clean driver's license, and a commitment to tikanga and te reo Māori. The role offers supervision, professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership skills to build positive relationships with rangatahi.
• Strong understanding of Tikanga Māori and working knowledge of Te Reo.
• Must have a current and clean full driver’s license.
• Salary is competitive and negotiable.
• Annual wellness contribution and regular supervision offered.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team within the Youth Service.

Responsibilities

• Support rangatahi to realise their potential and future.
• Foster positive relationships and youth engagement.
• Collaborate with the Youth Service team and organisation.

Skills

Leadership

Tikanga Māori

Te Reo Māori

Driver's license

Education

Youth work qualification or equivalent

Job description

Ko wai matou / About us:

Manaaki Ora Trust is a kaupapa Māori organisation that has grown from the aspirations of Te Arawa to ensure Māori are healthy, live well and are able to access the services and support that they need. We are a leading service provider utilising kaupapa Māori approaches for the well-being of all people

To seek, to grow, and to nurture wellbeing

Ko wai koe / About you:

You will have a Youth work qualification and/or equivalent experience working with rangatahi. You must be passionate about supporting rangatahi to realise their potential and make a positive difference to their future.

• Leadership skills and motivation to build positive relationships.
• Strong understanding of Tikanga Māori and a working knowledge of Te Reo.
• Current and clean full driver’s license.
• A competitive and negotiable salary.
• Annual wellness contribution.
• Regular supervision.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A positive and supportive team within our Youth Service team and organisation

Applications close Wednesday 23rd September 2026

(Interviews may commence prior to closing date, and the position may be filled prior to application closing)