About us Our purpose at Live for More is to empower rangatahi/young people to find freedom from their troubled pasts and be inspired to live positive and fulfilling lives. Through our surf therapy programmes, we transform lives – one wave at a time.
Our clients are males, 17-25 years and are often trapped in lifestyles of addiction, mental health and antisocial behaviours. Many have been or are actively involved in the justice system.
Live for More builds strong rapport and healthy, lasting relationships with rangatahi through our surf therapy programmes. Alongside surf therapy, we also provide intensive clinical counselling, practical life navigation skills, mentoring and cultural sessions. All of this is aimed to empower self-belief, confidence, and a positive outlook. With a renewed understanding of life and purpose, as well as their identity, potential and culture, we see rangatahi finding freedom for themselves and their whanau. See www.liveformore.org.nz for more details.
About the role The key purpose of this role is to manage the office, financial and administrative aspects of Live for More, ensuring the smooth running of the day-to-day requirements for the organisation.
This is a great opportunity for a person who has strengths in financial, administrative and managerial duties, but who is also passionate about working with rangatahi and wanting to make a difference in their lives. You will be a person who has a keen attention to detail, someone who enjoys being organised and efficient, while also being an excellent communicator and natural leader who takes initiative.
The role is based in Mount Maunganui and is a full-time position. You will be working as part of a team of nine permanent staff and several awesome volunteers.
Skills & experience Ideally the candidate would have: Previous experience in office, financial and/or business administration Excellent time management and organisational skillsExcellent Microsoft Excel skills Excellent Xero skills Previous payroll experienceExcellent verbal and written communication Effective planning and organisational skills Good interpersonal skills – both for interacting with clients and working within a close-knit team Confidence with Microsoft Office and GmailStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience in a non-profit working with rangatahi Understanding of Te Ao MaoriCurrent full and clean New Zealand Driver's Licence. Tasks & responsibilities Financial and funding duties, including invoices, payroll, Xero, reporting, etc.General front-of-house duties, including reception, phones, emails, etc.Administrative duties, including minute taking, data entry, etc.Stock management and errandsSocial media managementDonor managementVolunteer managementLight office cleaningMeal preparation for programme days. To thrive in this position, you will: Have a keen attention to detailBe organised and efficient Be passionate about supporting our rangatahi and have an ability to engage with a wide group of peopleHave a reliable, friendly, and professional mannerHave an empathetic and non-judgemental attitudeHave a positive, happy, and enthusiastic approachHave an ability to adapt to changing natures of the Live for More environment Enjoy working within a team and without supervision. Does this sound like a bit of you or resonate with your wairua? If so, please send a cover letter detailing who you are, where you are from, why you are applying for this job and what makes you perfect for this role, along with your CV to: [email protected].
For more information about Live for More, please visit www.liveformore.org.nz.