Big Chats Trustee

Are you keen to be part of an innovative new mental health charity?

Founded by mental health professionals, Big Chats helps young adults be there for each other when it matters the most. We help people learn the ‘how-to’ of chats about the wonky stuff in life, from mental health concerns, to grief & loss, to everyday stresses. We believe connection is powerful, prevention matters, and that normalising chats about mental health means a more connected, supportive, and resilient Aotearoa.

Big Chats is looking for two values-driven Trustees to join our Board to support our growth and strategic direction. Our charity is at an exciting stage of growth and will be launching in 2026. If you’re passionate about mental health and have some of the professional skills we’re looking for to help us launch and grow, we’d love to meet you. You’ll join a supportive Board that believes in collaboration, compassion, and the power of showing up for one another.

Please note our website is currently under development, so for more information, please contact us on the details below.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking Trustees located anywhere in Aotearoa who bring skills such as:

• Experience launching a new product or service i.e., bringing something from a vision to reality
• Project management
• Fundraising e.g., individual giving, crowdfunding, and/or philanthropy
• Marketing, digital, PR, and/or social media strategy
• Experience in the Charitable sector, ideally at a Governance level

We’re looking for candidates who have:

• A passion for and commitment to mental health and wellbeing
• A values-based, collaborative approach, including supporting the Founder/GM
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to get involved as we continue deepening our Tiriti-aligned practice
• Strategic thinking and an enthusiastic, positive, can-do approach

You must also be eligible to be an officer of a charity under the Charities Act 2005 – see here for more information.

Time Commitment

• Approximately 5 hours per month, depending on need, capacity, and interest
• Eleven Board meetings per year, held a hybrid of online & in-person
• Participation in subcommittees or working groups as needed
• Please note this is a voluntary role

Please send a brief CV & a short cover note telling us why this kaupapa resonates with you to Elle: info@bigchats.org.nz by Sunday 25th January 5pm.

If you have any queries before applying please email info@bigchats.org.nz and we will respond after January 12th , we’re always happy to have a chat!