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Office Volunteer - Wellington
About us | Mō mātou
Diabetes New Zealand is a Charitable Trust that represents and supports people with diabetes. Our Mission | Tō mātou whakatakanga mō Aotearoa whānui, is to ‘ensure every person living in Aotearoa New Zealand with diabetes or at risk of diabetes has equitable access to affordable, quality diabetes care and education’.
About the role | Mō te tūnga
We are looking for a volunteer candidate to undertake light packaging duties to support the distribution of our diabetes information pamphlets. This role contributes to our work helping people with diabetes access the knowledge and guidance they need to stay healthy and live well. We are seeking someone for approximately 4 to 5 hours per week.
What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu
You will be punctual, reliable, flexible, and have a friendly personality.
What's in it for you | Nōu te rourou?
A rewarding opportunity to contribute to the only national organisation dedicated to supporting individuals living with or affected by diabetes. If you are interested in this opportunity, you would be among a small, very friendly team in an open plan office in Wellington overlooking beautiful Oriental Bay.
How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Diabetes New Zealand is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work.
Youth and Type 1 Coordinator - Wellington
About us | Mō mātou
Diabetes New Zealand is a Charitable Trust that represents and supports people with diabetes. Our Mission | Tō mātou whakatakanga mō Aotearoa whānui, is to ‘ensure every person living in Aotearoa New Zealand with diabetes or at risk of diabetes has equitable access to affordable, quality diabetes care and education’.
We are a family friendly employer who offers flexible working hours.
About the role | Mō te tūnga
This position is for 15 hours per week primarily working from home however there will be the need to visit national office in Wellington city/Whanganui a Tara regularly.
Fundraising and event planning are integral to the success of this role so experience in these areas would be advantageous but isn't essential.
Key tasks and areas of responsibility will include:
Planning, marketing and implementing the logistics of youth activities, events and camps, ensuring Health and Safety obligations are met and Risk Assessment planning occurs for each event.
Recruitment, co-ordination and management of all the personnel related to activities and camps to ensure service delivery and events run smoothly.
Ability to provide support for parents and their families/whānau affected by diabetes: at all times demonstrating empathy and empowerment.
Liaise with key stakeholders in secondary and primary care to support best practice for youth with diabetes and families/whānau.
Ensure the Diabetes NZ Wellington Youth Facebook page has relevant content and up to date information to meet the needs of tamariki and rangatahi with diabetes and their families/whānau.
Attend and contribute to Diabetes NZ Youth team meetings.
What you will bring | Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu
Personal experience of what it means to live with type 1 diabetes.
Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in related fields would be desirable.
Excellent understanding and knowledge of issues impacting young people with diabetes.
Strong organisational, administration and operational support skills.
A demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for what Diabetes NZ and Wellington Youth represents.
Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and requirements of parents, families/whānau and young people with Type 1 diabetes and manage enquiries to their satisfaction.
Applications close 28th August.
For a more detailed job description, or any enquiries please contact Marsha Mackie at marsham@diabetes.org.nz
Volunteer: Diabetes Support Group Coordinator - Tauranga
This role involves coordinating and facilitating support groups, organising morning tea, and engaging guest speakers. Support and training will be provided as necessary. The successful candidate will have a sound knowledge and understanding of diabetes – this may be through lived experience, or health care training. Diabetes New Zealand Tauranga Branch is part of Diabetes New Zealand Charitable Trust. We provide information, education and support to people and whanau living with diabetes.
Commitment
Regular - more than 6 months
Time required
3-4 hours per month
Reimbursement
Travel costs may be reimbursed by arrangement on an individual basis
Requirements
Covid-19 vaccination
NZ Police Vetting