Church Relationship Manager (Chinese)

Its not every day that a job comes along where you really can change the world. Keep reading if you want to be part of:

• Creating positive change in the lives of the worlds most vulnerable children.
• Using your relationship building skills to connect churches with global impact opportunities.
• A passionate team helping churches live out their mission to care for vulnerable children.

We are looking for a Church Relationship Manager (Chinese) to build and nurture partnerships with churches across New Zealand. This role will work closely with Chinese church communities nationwide while also supporting church partnerships across the Top of the North Island particularly churches located north of the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

You will inspire churches to participate through prayer advocacy learning and generosity including opportunities such as the Chosen child sponsorship programme which enables churches to build meaningful connections with children and communities around the world.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with pastors church leaders and congregations
• Identify and develop new partnerships with churches and Christian networks
• Represent World Vision at church services conferences and Christian events
• Encourage church participation in prayer advocacy and sponsorship initiatives
• Maintain accurate records of engagement and partnerships using CRM systems
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver impactful engagement opportunities
• Support volunteers and church champions who advocate for World Vision within their congregations

This is your opportunity to join a professional passionate and diverse team at World Vision New Zealand who will stop at nothing to create meaningful change for children. Every day as part of World Visions global reach youll help the worlds most vulnerable families build safer and brighter futures. Every night youll go home knowing you made a difference in someones life.

About you:

• Active involvement in a Christian church community with a strong understanding of church life and leadership
• Strong commitment to the Christian faith and alignment with World Visions mission and values
• Established relationships with church leaders and Christian networks in New Zealand
• Experience in relationship management fundraising partnership development or ministry engagement
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills
• Strong bilingual communication skills in English and Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) are required
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and build strong relationships
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to engage with diverse communities especially Chinese churches
  
• Confidence using CRM systems Microsoft Office and digital tools
• Current eligibility to work in New Zealand

Why work with us

The team at World Vision are connected in our desire to seek justice and to overcome poverty for all children everywhere. We are mission focused and maintain our Christian identity while embracing the diversity of all people.

We offer unique benefits that are aligned to who we are as an organisation and our people.

• Youll be a part of creating positive change in the lives of the worlds most vulnerable children.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package; including Southern Cross medical insurance and life insurance a day off on your birthday the option to buy additional leave a hybrid work environment an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to a free Wills package.
• Be a part of World Visions haerenga (journey) of embracing te ao Māori enabling us to be more effective in achieving our Mission.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning development and education through a range of channels including training and development as part of World Vision International.

What you need to know

World Vision is a Christian organisation that empowers everyday New Zealanders to stand up and make a difference for children in the worlds toughest places through emergency relief community development and advocacy work.

Youll be joining New Zealands largest overseas humanitarian organisation made up of 100 staff. Youll also become part of something bigger World Visions global partnership of 35000 staff and 3.3 million supporters in 100 countries. So far weve impacted the lives of more than 200 million vulnerable children by tackling the root causes of poverty. This is your chance to make a massive impact right when its needed the most.

We work from a Christian kaupapa. We see our work as a practical expression of the gospel and we value and support the wairua (spiritual wellbeing) of our people and partners.

We believe in a world where every child no matter where they were born can live life in all its fullness. Its as simple as that.

Location and Hours

• Based in Penrose Auckland
• Full-time Permanent position. 37.5hrs per week.
• Hybrid work
  

Eligibility

To be eligible for this role you must have current entitlement to work in New Zealand.

We welcome applications from anyone who wants to seek justice and overcome poverty for all children everywhere and brings the required skills. We act in ways that respect the dignity uniqueness and intrinsic worth of every person. Please let us know if there are any accommodations we can make to help you with your application or in our recruitment process.

World Vision New Zealand is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will undergo appropriate screening including police vetting.

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Our vision for every child life in all its fullness; Our prayer for every heart the will to make it so.

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Manager