Location: Ōtāhuhu, Auckland
Employment Type: Part-Time
Application Deadline: Open until suitable candidates are found
Engagement and Communications Coordinator | Part-Time
Strengthen Engagement | Support Tamariki | Champion ATWC’s Story
The Engagement and Communications Coordinator will strengthen ATWC’s fundraising and communications capability by providing structured support across grants, donor engagement, content development, and design coordination. Working closely with the Engagement & Communications Manager, you will help deliver ATWC’s stories, funding applications, and communications with clarity, consistency, and professionalism while upholding the organisation’s mission, values, and kaupapa. You will contribute to high-quality written content, assist with fundraising initiatives, and support the development of visual materials, maintaining organised workflows and timely project delivery.
About Us
The Anglican Trust for Women and Children (ATWC) is one of Auckland’s oldest and most established family charities.
We have been supporting mothers, tamariki, and whānau since 1858 and are here for the long haul. Through our family services, early education services, and social work services, we are committed to investing in Auckland’s children and building the happy, healthy future they deserve.
Our Mission
Support whānau to nurture their tamariki and give them a happy, healthy, and secure future.
Our Vision
Resilient, empowered, and connected whānau and communities.
Our Values
- Aroha – relationships that are genuine and non-judgmental.
- Whakawhanaungatanga – establishing positive connections and relationships.
- Kaitiakitanga – protecting people’s spiritual, mental, physical and social well -being.
- Māiatanga – empowering resilience.
- Tūmanako – aspiration for the present and future
About the Role
As Engagement and Communications Coordinator, you will:
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Provide reliable support for grants, donor engagement, content creation, and design coordination
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Assist in crafting clear, consistent, and professional communications and funding applications
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Support the development of high-quality written and visual content
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Maintain organised workflows and ensure timely project delivery
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Collaborate with the Engagement & Communications Manager and wider team to strengthen community engagement
About You
As Engagement and Communications Coordinator, you should be:
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Naturally curious, creative, and detail-oriented
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Comfortable working across multiple tasks and learning new tools
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Organised and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines
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Culturally aware and able to engage respectfully with diverse communities
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Motivated by kaupapa-led work and making a positive difference for tamariki, whānau, and the wider community
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications
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Tertiary qualification in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Design, Public Relations, or a related discipline; or
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Equivalent practical experience in a communications or fundraising support role
Skills and Experience
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Strong writing and verbal communication, producing clear, audience-appropriate content
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Organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
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Attention to detail in written and visual materials
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Ability to gather information from multiple stakeholders and translate into compelling content
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Competence in Microsoft Office and standard digital collaboration tools
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Knowledge of brand guidelines and maintaining visual consistency
Desired Attributes
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Commitment to ATWC’s values and respectful, community-centred communication
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Collaborative, team-oriented, and proactive approach
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Cultural awareness and sensitivity
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Strong initiative while working within agreed parameters
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Commitment to the mission of ATWC
What ATWC Offers
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A high-trust organisation
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A supportive and collaborative team environment
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Ongoing professional development opportunities
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Up to 15 days of additional gifted leave per annum
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference within tamariki, whānau, and the wider community.
How to Apply
If this role resonates with you and you meet the brief, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply via the SEEK listing using the link below:
Engagement and Communications Coordinator | Part-Time | SEEK NZ
Applications will remain open until suitable candidates are found.
Only applicants legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.