Community development jobs

Apr 17, 2026

Fixed Term

Hybrid (Auckland, New Zealand)

Organisation:	Kōtare Research and Education for Social Change in Aotearoa
Job Summary:	We are looking for a confident, experienced activist with an interest in radical community development and participatory adult education to help drive a one-year intergenerational transition project alongside our existing Coordinator.
Salary:	The salary is $35.00 per hr x 32 hrs per week. Actual salary $58,240 for one year fixed term employment.
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ET

Apr 14, 2026

Part-Time Fixed Term

Operations Manager

Remote

Organisation:	Empowerment trust
Job Summary:	More than operations — this role enables impact. You’ll connect strategy to delivery, ensuring our programmes reach people safely, consistently, and with care
Administration Children, Youth and Family Services Community Development Community Services Development Education Management Youth

Apr 09, 2026

Full-Time Fixed Term

Community Engagement & Communications Coordinator

Hybrid (Queenstown, New Zealand)

Organisation:	Rewiring Aotearoa
Job Summary:	We’re growing our Queenstown Electrification Accelerator team with a new role focused on supporting community engagement and storytelling.
Salary:	Starts from $70k pro-rata, depending on skills and experience.
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Mar 29, 2026

Voluntary

Volunteer Youth Mentor

Newlands College Bracken Road, Newlands, Wellington, New Zealand

Organisation:	Rourou Kai Ora
Job Summary:	We are looking for Volunteer Youth Mentors to support our Teen Chefs during after-school cooking sessions, helping create a positive, encouraging environment while supporting the preparation of meals for our community.
Community Development Hospitality Youth

Mar 24, 2026

Voluntary

Core Team Member

Remote

Organisation:	Tāhono Media
Job Summary:	Seeking those interested in media representation to join our nationwide group
Advocacy/Lobbying Community Development Marketing, Communications and Media

Apr 07, 2026

Full-Time

Senior Communications Specialist – Policy and Advocacy

Hybrid (Mount Eden, Auckland, New Zealand)

Organisation:	Mental Health Foundation
Job Summary:	As our Senior Communications Specialist – Policy and Advocacy, you will guide and lead the communications that support MHF’s policy and advocacy mahi.
Salary:	$84,000 - $96,000
Advocacy/Lobbying Marketing, Communications and Media

PT

Mar 31, 2026

Full-Time Fixed Term

Kaiārahi TEC o Papa Taiao Earthcare ki Te Ūpoko o te Ika | Papa Taiao Earthcare’s TEC Lead in Wellington Region

Hybrid (Battle Hill Farm Forest Park, Pāuatahanui, New Zealand)

Organisation:	Papa Taiao Earthcare
Job Summary:	This role leads Papa Taiao Earthcare’s TEC Youth Guarantee programme in Te Ūpoko o te Ika, combining practical, culturally grounded learning, leadership, learner support, community engagement, and equitable assessment.
Salary:	$70,000–$80,000 pro rata
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Mar 22, 2026

Voluntary

Board Member

Hybrid (Tāmaki Makaurau, New Zealand)

Organisation:	Auckland Pride
Job Summary:	We are looking for volunteer board members from the rainbow community, with a focus on people who bring financial expertise and could step in to the board treasurer role.
Arts Development Governance LGBTQIA+

Apr 08, 2026

Part-Time

Engagement and Development Specialist

Hybrid (Wellington, New Zealand)

Organisation:	Nīkau Foundation
Job Summary:	This role will help to build relationships, create scalable programmes to nurture audiences, and identify opportunities to engage new audiences.
Salary:	$40,000 actual ($80,000 pro-rata)
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Apr 07, 2026

Full-Time

Communications & Advocacy Manager

Hybrid (Auckland, New Zealand)

Organisation:	ReliefAid
Job Summary:	ReliefAid is seeking a Communications & Advocacy Manager to lead how we communicate our work and advocate for families caught in conflict. This is a hands-on role combining content, media, fundraising, and advocacy.
Salary:	$75,000
Marketing, Communications and Media

OS

Mar 27, 2026

Contract

Regional Coordinator (12 month contract)

Remote (Auckland, New Zealand)

Organisation:	Orange Sky
Job Summary:	Join Orange Sky as a Regional Coordinator! Lead volunteers, grow community impact, and support whānau in this 12-month operational role.
Salary:	$76,500 per annum + superannuation
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