Āheinga Pūtea Kaitohutohu

About the Role

30 hours per week | Fixed Term until 30 June 2027
Ōtautahi & Waimakariri District

Te Puawaitanga Ki Ōtautahi Trust is a kaupapa Māori provider delivering a range of health, education and social services that promote the wellbeing and mana of Māori whānau. Our mahi is grounded in whānau ora, strengths‑based practice, and kaupapa Māori values.

We are seeking a Building Financial Capability (BFC) Kaitohutohu to join our team and support whānau to build financial capability, resilience, and long‑term wellbeing.

This role delivers services across Ōtautahi and the Waimakariri District. You will work alongside whānau and whaiora experiencing financial hardship or seeking to improve their financial wellbeing, supporting them to make informed decisions and sustainable change.

Key components of the role include:

• Providing one‑to‑one financial mentoring as a core in‑house service


• Facilitating MoneyMates group‑based sessions in community settings such as kura, libraries, and partner organisations


• Supporting whānau through strengths‑based financial planning aligned with a whānau ora approach


• Enabling whānau and whaiora to strengthen their financial capability, confidence, and become more financially capable and make long-term change

What you’ll bring

• Experience working with whānau and communities, preferably in financial mentoring, budgeting, social services, or community development


• An understanding of kaupapa Māori, whānau ora, and mana‑enhancing practice


• Strong facilitation skills and confidence delivering group‑based learning


• The ability to build trusted relationships and work alongside whānau with empathy and professionalism


• Good organisational and reporting skills, with the ability to meet contract requirements


• A full New Zealand driver licence and willingness to travel across Ōtautahi and the Waimakariri District

What we offer

• A supportive kaupapa Māori organisation committed to whānau wellbeing


• Meaningful mahi that contributes to long‑term positive change


• Ongoing professional development and cultural support


• A fixed‑term role through to 30 June 2027, 30 hours per week

If you’re passionate about whānau wellbeing and enjoy meaningful, varied mahi in a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note, only applications submitted via our website will be considered. Please go to Job opportunities - Te Puawaitanga ki Ōtautahi to complete the online application form and provide a cover letting detailing your skills and relevant experience as well as an up-to-date CV.

Applications close: midday Monday 11 May

For the full Job Description click here: Āheinga Pūtea - Building Financial Capability (BFC) Kaitohutohu

For the Police Vetting Form click here: nz-police-vet-request-consent-form

For further queries phone 0800 66 99 57 and ask to speak with Leash Whiunui.

We reserve the right to close advertising early if the position is filled during the advertising period.