COMMITTEE MEMBER
Newtown Budgeting and Advocacy Service (NBAS) is a small independent organisation providing free, non-judgemental and confidential services that empower people to take control of their money and work through financial difficulties. We work with a wide range of individuals, families and whānau, including many in crisis or with a high needs background. Our vibrant community in Newtown and the surrounding areas is diverse.
About the role
We are looking for someone to join our Committee who will participate effectively within committee meetings and play an active role in providing robust governance that supports and enhances the ability of the manager and staff to deliver a quality service for our clients and communities.
We are looking for a board member with financial expertise, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the organisation’s financial health while contributing to our overall strategic direction.
We are keen to develop a committee that reflects the communities we work with.
The committee meets monthly in Newtown. Your involvement will roughly be 4-6 hours/month.
What you bring
· Interest in building financial capabilities within our communities.
· Commitment to work as a team to ensure the strong governance and strategic direction of the organisation.
· Strong communication skills.
· Interest to work with diverse communities and building an effective bicultural organisation.
What we offer
· Relevant training and upskilling in governance and in issues involving the BFC (Building Financial Capabilities) sector.
· Opportunity to have meaningful impact in your community.
How to apply
To apply please send a cover letter detailing what excites you about this role, your skills and experience (work and community) and what expertise you will bring to the role, to chair@newtownbudget.org.nz.
If you would like further information or to discuss any aspects of the work of the committee and NBAS, please contact Alicia on 021-243-0097.
As a Building Financial Capability provider NBAS assists clients who are struggling with their finances.
Most of our clients are WINZ recipients and cost of living increases impact them particularly hard.
NBAS Mentors work along side clients; to help get them out of debt, and able to live within their budget.
Our service is client led; client's identify what financial goals they would like to achieve and we work together to reach those goals. In so doing clients learn skills to help them better manage their finances in the future.
Advocacy: We are also able to highlight issues to relevant government ministries. Example: Lack of social housing means Immigration NZ houses many refugees in private expensive housing immediately putting many of them in hardship.