Pacific Peoples Relationships Lead

Type: Fixed term
Hours: Full time
Location: Wellington
Business Group: Survivor Experiences Services
Branch: Partnerships and Commissions
Salary: $111458 - $138704

Make a lasting impact for Pacific Survivors and communities

The Survivor Experiences Service (SES) provides a safe culturally grounded and trauma informed pathway for Survivors of abuse in state and faith based care to share their experiences heal and reconnect with their personal records. As we enter the next phase of this mahi we are deepening our relationships with Pacific communities across Aotearoa to ensure Pacific survivors and their whānau know about the service and can access it with confidence and support.

We are seeking an experienced relationship focused leader to join us on a fixed term basis until 30 June 2026. This role is about creating strategic pathways not advocacy by working alongside churches community organisations and Pacific service providers to build awareness confidence and uptake of SES services.

About the role

As the Pacific Peoples Relationships Lead you will:

• Build meaningful enduring relationships with Pacific organisations leaders churches service providers and community groups
• Increase awareness of SES to ensure greater participation from Pacific Survivors and their whānau
• Support Pacific organisations to actively connect survivors to the Service through trusted pathways
• Capture and share insights from Pacific communities to inform service design and continuous improvement
• Collaborate across SES to ensure Pacific perspectives values and voices shape our approach to service delivery
• Travel regularly to connect with communities kanohi ki te kanohi across Aotearoa
• Work flexibly and remotely supported by technology and a values based team environment

What we are looking for

You will bring:

• Deep understanding of Pacific cultures communities and protocols
• Proven experience forming trusted partnerships with Pacific organisations or community networks
• Strong relationship building skills and the ability to connect groups to a shared purpose
• Experience working within or alongside government or community led initiatives
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build confidence and inspire trust
• A collaborative approach and ability to work across diverse teams

What we offer

• A unique opportunity to contribute to healing truth telling and empowerment for Pacific survivors
• Flexible working options including the ability to work remotely
• Meaningful mahi with real impact across Aotearoa
• Supportive and values driven team environment
• Opportunity to travel and engage with Pacific communities across the motu

Fixed Term Appointment

Please note: This position is fixed term until 30 June 2026 aligned to the current phase of the Survivor Experiences Service.

How to apply

If you are passionate about supporting Pacific communities and building purposeful pathways into services that make a difference we want to hear from you.

Apply through the Department of Internal Affairs careers portal including your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and vision for this role.