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Whanau Ora Navigator

Whānau Ora Navigator

Walk beside Pacific families and help them turn dreams into action.

Taulanga Ū has been confirmed as a preferred provider of Whānau Ora Navigator Services. We’re looking for a qualified, culturally grounded Navigator to partner with Pacific whānau, co‑design Whānau Plans, and champion equitable access to health, housing, education and social support.

What you’ll do

  • Build trusting relationships and complete holistic assessments.
  • Co‑create and monitor strength‑based Whānau Plans.
  • Advocate across government and community systems to remove barriers.
  • Manage risk, maintain clear case notes and enter data into our cloud CRM.
  • Share insights that drive systems change and inspire your colleagues.

 

What you’ll bring

  • NZ‑recognised qualification (e.g., Social Work, Counselling, Health, Education).
  • 2+ years working with families with complex needs.
  • Digital confidence (Teams, case‑management or CRM software).
  • Full NZ driver license and flexibility to travel.
  • Heart for Pacific people, values and language (Pacific language fluency a bonus).

 

Why Taulanga Ū?

  • Pasifika‑led, faith‑anchored workplace with deep church and community ties.
  • Fortnightly supervision, vibrant community‑of‑practice and CPD budget.
  • All the tools you need (laptop, phone, vehicle use).
  • Remuneration, hours and start date discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Community Navigator

Position Overview:

Use your local knowledge and faith‑filled heart to guide families to brighter futures.

 

We’re seeking trusted Community Navigators—people with strong church/family networks and lived experience—who can walk alongside whānau, connect them to services, and celebrate Pacific identity every step of the way. Full‑time and part‑time options available.

What you’ll do

  • Reach out through churches, sports clubs and neighbourhood groups.
  • Support families to set goals and accompany them to key appointments.
  • Record basic progress data and uplifting stories in our CRM (training provided).
  • Embed Pacific language, culture and faith in every interaction.
  • Act as a conduit between whānau, Navigators and service providers.

 

What you’ll bring

  • Respected standing in your community and a genuine heart for service.
  • Ability to relate to families facing hardship and listen without judgment.
  • Confident communicator in English and/or a Pacific language.
  • Reliability, integrity and willingness to learn digital tools.
  • Full NZ driver license.

 

Why Taulanga Ū?

  • Pasifika‑led, faith‑anchored organisation with a mission to uplift our people.
  • Group mentoring, ICT upskilling and pathway to professional qualifications.
  • Supportive team that values your lived wisdom.
  • Remuneration, hours and start date discussed with shortlisted candidates.

How to Apply?

Keen to make a difference? Send a brief kōrero about your journey (or a CV if you have one) to mele@taulangau.co.nz by TBC.

Let’s journey with our whānau and watch them thrive—together.

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