Location: Ōtāhuhu, Auckland (Panama Community)
Employment Type: Part-Time (30 hours per week, Fixed-Term until June 2026)
Application Deadline: Open until suitable candidates are found
Riverside Youth Coordinator | Part-Time
Strengthen Tamariki | Empower Young Voices | Build Community Connections
Working in partnership with Auckland Council and the Panama community, this role focuses on supporting tamariki aged 6 to 11 through meaningful programmes that enhance wellbeing, strengthen resilience, and foster a sense of belonging.
As Riverside Youth Coordinator, you will design and deliver engaging activities that connect children to their community, while also creating opportunities to involve whānau and local stakeholders. This role is centred on building strong, trusting relationships and creating safe, inclusive spaces where tamariki feel valued, heard, and empowered.
You will play a key role in supporting positive development outcomes for children, while contributing to a connected and resilient community.
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 a Riverside Youth Coordinator, you will:
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Design, develop, and deliver engaging programmes for tamariki aged 6 to 11
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Facilitate activities that support wellbeing, resilience, and social connection
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Build strong, trusting relationships with children and encourage participation
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Promote inclusive and positive behaviour within a safe community environment
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Engage with whānau and community stakeholders to strengthen connections
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Plan and organise both indoor and outdoor activities tailored to community needs
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Support children to feel empowered, confident, and connected
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications
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Full New Zealand Driver Licence
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Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand
Skills and Experience
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Experience working with children, ideally within community settings
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Strong understanding of youth culture and the challenges young people face
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong planning and organisational skills
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Ability to build positive, trusting relationships
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Strong problem-solving capability
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Knowledge of the Panama community is an advantage
Desired Attributes
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Passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of tamariki
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Values the voices and perspectives of children
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Creative and confident in programme design and delivery
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Inclusive, empathetic, and culturally aware
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Strong relationship builder within community settings
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Adaptable, proactive, and solution-focused
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Genuine commitment to supporting tamariki wellbeing and development
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:
Riverside Youth 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.