Care and Protection Coordinator - Horowhenuaat Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children -
This position will have a base in our Horowhenua site and travel within the Taranaki/Manawatu region.Aotearoa is internationally recognised as a world leader in Family Group Conferences, as an FGC Coordinator you will be part of a team who is responsible for managing this complex and challenging process.We’re offering a competitive salary for this position starting from $84,491 to $98,674, depending on experience.Mō te tūnga | About the roleIn this role you will be expected to operate in a supportive role in order to help achieve our goals and demonstrate our values.This role will see you working as an integrated part of the communities within the Taranaki/Manawatu region facilitating care and protection related FGC’s.
Working closely with tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau in a relational, inclusive, and restorative way, you will be supporting the creation of plans to meet identified needs through decision-making focused on the best interests of tamariki rangatahi and their whanau.This is a challenging role so you will require strong facilitation and mediation skills to ensure all decisions are in the best interest for the tamariki/rangatahi’s safety and protection.To be considered for this role, you will need to be relational, dynamic, agile, and have well-developed communication skills.
Having the ability to influence and motivate transformative change within a complex environment will be the key to your success. Having resilience, planning skills, and self-motivation will be advantageous. Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bringKey requirements of the role include: Previous social service experience Strong community networks with an ability to connect and build strong trusting relationships with tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and community.
Well-developed facilitation skills with the ability to relate, understand, plan, act with others, and reflect, to evidence the application of relevant FGC standards and practices throughout the process. Experience in mediation and negotiation and the ability to understand complex dynamics Ability to self-direct and manage your own workload with excellent organisational skills.
Well-developed communication skills as you will be engaging with a wide range of individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures High level of interpersonal skill set and ability to be relational with whanau and professionals To champion the principles of the Oranga Tamariki Cultural Practice Framework and have a good understanding of The Oranga Tamariki Act Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples’ culture Upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and demonstrating this in your practice A valid and clean New Zealand's drivers' licence What's in it for you | Nōu te rourouIn return we provide a fascinating and rewarding career with flexible working opportunities and a committed team environment where we thrive to make a difference.
We offer a competitive salary as well as a generous benefit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/We also offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi. Mō mātou | About us Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do.Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child.
We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations.Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to ApplyPlease note this role is only open to internal applicants, please apply using your Oranga Tamariki email login. If you have any questions about role, or would like to review the position description please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz Applications close: Friday 27 March 2026, we will be reviewing CVs as we go so get your applications in now!
Please note we do reserve the right to close the advert once all roles are filled! If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.