New Zealand: Regional Welfare & Self-Reliance Manager
New Zealand: Regional Welfare & Self-Reliance Manager
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Job Description
The Pacific Area Welfare and Self-Reliance (WSR) Department is seeking a capable and dedicated Regional WSR Manager to support the mission and purpose of the Department and its Humanitarian and Social Services in the Pacific Area. This is a full-time permanent position which reports directly to the Area WSR Manager. The position is based at the Pacific Area Office in Takapuna Auckland.
The Regional WSR Manager is the single point of contact for Area Regional and local leaders providing awareness training and support for Church resources and services to help local leaders minister to those in need. This role works to build capability and capacity in local leaders and to create/facilitate partnerships with community resources.
Responsibilities
Consultation & Support: Serve as the primary contact for Area Regional and local Church leaders and community partners offering guidance on welfare and self-reliance needs humanitarian requests and available Church and community resources.
Training & Education:Provide training to Church leaders on welfare and self-reliance programs including digital tools and resources. Support new leaders and promote a train-the-trainer model.
Leader Engagement:Help leaders identify member needs and connect them with appropriate resources. Follow up to ensure effectiveness and alignment with Church guidelines.
Resource Development:Build and maintain relationships with local organizations to support employment education emotional well-being humanitarian aid and emergency response. Share and track useful resources.
Support to Area Initiatives:Support Area Presidency priorities and initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Business Marketing or a related field (Masters preferred) or equivalent work experience
- 8-10 years of professional industry experience including 4 years in a leadership or management role ideally in humanitarian development or operational settings
- Proven leadership communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiatives
- Comfortable working with senior Church business and government leaders and executives
- Skilled in training mentoring and facilitating group learning
- Strong analytical problem-solving and computer skills
- Deep understanding of Church welfare and self-reliance principles and ability to influence priesthood and relief society leaders
- Professional presence and sound judgment
- Must be temple-worthy and able to represent the Church its principles and values
- Willing and able to travel and work in a mobile office environment
Please note that only candidates who have legal work eligibility to hold employment in New Zealand should apply.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
