The Caughey Preston Trust is establishing He Wāhi Rangimārie, a unique housing community in West Auckland that will provide safe, secure, and affordable homes for wāhine whai ora.
The Trust is currently delivering the first stage of the development, comprising 24 new homes and community facilities, with the first residents expected to move into the community from July 2027.
Our vision is to create much more than housing. He Wāhi Rangimārie will be a place of belonging, wellbeing, connection, and opportunity for women seeking a stable home and a positive future.
As the Trust transitions to being an operational housing provider, we are seeking an experienced and adaptable Finance and Operations Manager to help ensure we have the systems, processes, and foundations needed for the next stage of our journey.
The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation at a pivotal point.
We are looking for an experienced finance professional, ideally with accounting qualifications, although applicants with significant relevant experience will also be considered.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Trust Treasurer and General Manager to ensure the Trust has sound financial management, and effective systems and processes required for long-term operations.
This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, can work independently, and is prepared to roll up their sleeves and contribute where needed.
This is a broad role that spans a full range of financial management activities, from processing invoices and payments through to financial reporting, budgeting, systems development, and supporting strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable undertaking detailed day-to-day financial tasks while contributing to the development of the Trust's longer-term financial and operational capability.
Over time, the role is expected to assume responsibility for all financial management functions of the Trust as the organisation and the housing community grow.
Please send your CV and a covering letter, explaining the role interests you and how your experience aligns with this position to alisoncadman@caughey-preston.org.nz Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Caughey Preston Trust is a not-for-profit organisation that is the legacy of philanthropist and pioneering businesswoman Marianne Caughey Preston MBE. Marianne established what became the Smith & Caughey business and was a leader in business and community, challenging prevailing beliefs about the role of women in the 19th century.
On her death in 1938, Marianne’s will established the Trust. For 67 years, the Trust provided residential accommodation and care for women who were aged, infirm, or experiencing financial hardship in Auckland.
In 2017, the Trust closed its facilities and the property was sold in 2020. CPT then undertook extensive research, strategic planning, and community engagement, including a co-design process with women who have lived experience.
CPT is now building an innovative, trauma and healing informed housing community for wāhine whai ora (women seeking wellbeing) – He Wāhi Rangimārie, meaning a place of peace and a safe haven for healing.