Pacific Peoples Relationships Lead

About the Company At the Department of Internal Affairs, known as Te Tari Taiwhenua, we are dedicated to making a significant impact in the lives of New Zealanders. Our commitment to supporting Survivors of abuse in care is embodied in our Survivor Experiences Service, which offers a safe and confidential environment for Survivors to share their stories and aid in their healing journey. About the Role We are seeking a Pacific Peoples Relationships Lead to join our Survivor Experiences Services team within the Partnerships and Commissions branch. In this fixed-term, full-time position based in Wellington, you will play a vital role in building and maintaining relationships with Pacific communities, organisations, and advocacy groups. Your efforts will help raise awareness of our services and foster trust among Pacific Survivors. As the Pacific Peoples Relationships Lead, you will collaborate with other Survivor-facing teams to establish effective connections with Survivors and their communities. You will provide strategic advice to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of our services for Pacific Survivors, ensuring their needs are prioritized and met. Requirements To succeed in this role, you should possess demonstrable experience and skills in the following areas: - Developing a comprehensive strategy for relationship development tailored to the unique needs of Pacific Survivors. - Engaging effectively with Pacific communities, including Survivors, their whānau, advocates, and support networks. - Building relationships within cross-agency Pacific People’s working groups. - Capturing insights from Pacific Peoples to inform practice improvements in an accessible manner. - Creating meaningful communications and materials for Pacific Peoples. - Providing expert advice to enhance service provision for Pacific Survivors, promoting their participation and access to our services. Strong emotional resilience, sound judgment, and tact are essential, as you will be addressing complex and sensitive issues related to incarceration, faith, beliefs, and Pacific mental health. Benefits Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate group dedicated to supporting Survivors of abuse in care. We value face-to-face interactions to strengthen relationships, while also offering flexibility for remote work and adaptable hours to suit your lifestyle. You will have the opportunity to engage in unique and meaningful work that contributes to personal growth and career development. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances our business outcomes. We strive to create a workplace where all employees have equal access and opportunities. If you are excited about this position, even if you do not meet all criteria, we encourage you to apply. We appreciate the diverse skills and experiences that different backgrounds bring. Applications close at 5 PM on July 28, 2025. For more information, please contact Polly Martin at polly.martin2@survivorexperiences.govt.nz. To review the full job description, please click here.