Chief Executive Officer

Position Title: Chief Executive Officer

Reporting To: Board of Trustees

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Employment Date: September 2025

What is Parenting Place about?

Our Vision: That every parent* in Aotearoa feels confident, and every child feels deeply loved. 

Our Mission: Supporting parents* to build strong family relationships. 

*Anyone raising a child, including parents, caregivers, grandparents, aunties, uncles, guardians and foster carers. 

We inspire parents by offering hope for families. 
We equip parents with information and strategies.  

We journey with parents through key transition times. 

Since 1993, we’ve walked alongside New Zealand families and whānau, providing strategies to build stronger relationships. We recognise that every parent-child relationship can benefit from support, encouragement and practical skills. And we believe that healthy, loving families can transform communities. 

Our Values 

Manaakitanga – We are Caring 

We are welcoming, inclusive and extend kindness and respect to those we work with. We value well-being and offer a supportive team culture, recognising that our staff are part of a wider family and community beyond their role at Parenting Place. 

Ako – We are Learners 

We are curious – life-long learners – broadening our understanding of people, family and culture. We invest in knowledge through research of evidence-informed approaches to parenting, and our hand-on experience working directly with parents as they navigate the highs, lows and every-days of raising kids through different ages and stages. 

Mahi Tahi – We are Collaborative 

Our best work is done together, drawing from a diverse set of skills and perspectives. We collaborate to bring different teams and people together to ideate, problem-solve and dream bigger and better for our work and vision for families. 

Auahatanga – We are Creative 

We are innovative in how we present, connect and communicate, working to reach all families where they are at. We are writers, researchers, designers, presenters, coaches, project managers, people leaders, partnership co-ordinators and value creativity in our work. 

Tūmanako – We are Hopeful 

We are inspired by hope – of what “could be” for parents and their family relationships. We aim for the best outcomes, and take a positive, strengths-based approach in our parenting content, while staying relatable and real. 

What is this role?

In the Chief Executive Officer role, you will lead the organisation into its next chapter at an exciting time of growth and opportunity. Building on a strong foundation of mission, content, programme excellence, and donor relationships, this is a chance to shape the future of parenting education in Aotearoa. The role calls for an authentic and strategic leader with commercial acumen, strong people leadership, and a passion for supporting families. You will be responsible for setting strategic direction, overseeing operations, engaging stakeholders and donors, building a thriving team culture, and ensuring financial sustainability.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a values-driven leader to guide Parenting Place in delivering meaningful charitable impact while maintaining commercial resilience. You will lead a team of approximately 25 staff, fostering a healthy and high-performing culture aligned with our mission. The role includes financial oversight, revenue growth through donor engagement, sponsorships, and commercial channels, and stewardship of key funder relationships. You will also guide the organisation’s digital strategy and work closely with the Board of Trustees to provide transparent reporting and strategic advice.

Why you will love this role?

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on families across Aotearoa through parenting education and support


• The chance to shape the future direction of a well-established organisation with a strong mission and reputation


• Leading a passionate, talented team in a values-based environment that prioritises wellbeing and collaboration


• Building relationships with donors, funders, and partners who are deeply invested in the organisation’s success


• Guiding digital strategy and operational improvements that align with a human-centred mission and long-term sustainability

This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week), Auckland based, with a preferred start date between September and December 2025.

If you would like to receive a full Position Description, or have any questions about the role or the organisation, please contact [email protected].

Applications close at 5pm on Friday, 22 August 2025. Please note that we will begin reviewing and contacting shortlisted applicants before the closing date – so early applications are encouraged.