Pasifika Programme Coordinator - Energetic Workplace - Part-Time

The opportunity

Rainbow Hub Waikato is inviting community educators and activators to join us in our partnership and collaboration in continuing our growth in how we empower Pasifika and MVPFAFF+ peoples within our Rainbow communities.

We are recruiting two Pasifika Programme Coordinators and a Pasifika Programme Facilitator. These roles will lead the expansion of our current support, along with the accessibility and visibility of Pasifika and MVPFAFF+ community members. 

These roles will directly empower and uplift through development and creation of programmes and workshops, as well as strengthening existing relationships and robust mental health and wellbeing engagements that meet the needs of Pasifika youth, and build resilience, confidence, and hope. 

Ko wai maatou - who are we?

We are a non-profit organisation that fosters safe and accepting communities for people of diverse gender, sex, and sexuality and their whaanau in the Waikato. 

We strive to create safe spaces where all people feel safe to be themselves and explore who they are and where they are at in their journey. 

We aim to connect people into a community that is rich with diversity, celebrates inclusivity, and builds authentic and healthy relationships.

We endeavour to provide support where people can thrive through strong self-identity and connect into services to empower their wellbeing. 

We persevere to educate the communities around us to truly embrace all rainbow identities and demonstrate advocacy and allyship. 

Responsibilities

These roles are responsible for the design and development, delivery, review, and redevelopment of wellbeing workshops and programmes primarily for Pasifika and MVPFAFF+ peoples, working alongside our Te Ao Maaori Programme Coordinators & Facilitator. 

You will work with the Te Ao Maaori Team in some aspects of your mahi including networking and relationship building, and be supported by the Support Coordinator in delivery. You will also be supported in development by the Team Leader. 

This role requires the successful candidates to work evenings up to 3 nights a week, plus weekdays during school holidays. Some weekend work may also be possible. This role is attached to a specific partnership and contract, and will have clear start and end dates within a fixed term. 

Due to the nature of this role, we are seeking people who identify within and have experience working alongside Pasifika communities. You need to have lived understanding of Pasifika cultural values, perspectives, and languages, and have competencies in Pasifika teaching and learning pedagogies. Being Rainbow, Takataapui, and/or MVPFAFF+ yourself is a plus but not a necessity. 

To learn more about these opportunities and check out the full role descriptions, head to: https://rainbowhubwaikato.org.nz/careers/

To apply, please email your cover letter and CV to: [email protected]. Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday the 9th of June 2024.