Regional Coordinator

Taranaki

Permanent | Full Time | $60,420 - $64,660                                                

Department: Support Team
Reports to:  National Support Manager

Applications close Sunday 20th July at 11:59pm, apply now!

As a Regional Coordinator for RainbowYOUTH, you will provide on-the-ground support and growth of peer based youth groups, connection to youth services in your area, and building a robust referral process. You are the face of RainbowYOUTH in the Taranaki region.

The Regional Coordinator will have an understanding of rainbow communities within the region. You will ensure requests for support are met or referred as appropriate, as well as the overall success of our peer support groups. A component of your role will be coordinating the training and supervision of volunteers (such as interns and group facilitators). You will be a key point of contact for young people volunteering with RainbowYOUTH, working to build their skills and confidence.

RainbowYOUTH is committed to the development and growth of our team members. As part of this role you will be offered professional development opportunities and supported to pursue projects that you are personally passionate about.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Qualifications and/or previous experience or understanding in youth support work and youth development

  • Awareness of the needs of gender diverse, queer and intersex communities

  • Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Tikanga Māori

  • Confidence and proficiency working with queer and gender-diverse young people

  • Good written and verbal communication skills

  • Able to self-manage and show initiative in your work

  • Strong time management and self-motivation

  • Lived experience as a queer, gender diverse, takatāpui or intersex person

  • Full driver's licence

RainbowYOUTH can support the applicant in working towards a youth work qualification during their employment.

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RainbowYOUTH is an inclusive employer and we value diversity. Applications will be considered regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, physical or mental ability. Work hours and locations can also be flexible.