Financial Mentor

Application Information

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About Us – Christchurch City Mission

The Christchurch City Mission (Te Whare Mīhana Ki Ōtautahi) helps anyone in need, no matter their situation. We work alongside people going through tough times—whether it’s due to job loss, housing issues, addiction, family difficulties, or financial stress.

We respond to both immediate crises and long-term challenges. Our services aim to build confidence, dignity, and skills so people can live independently and feel proud of themselves. We've seen lives change with our support and firmly believe everyone deserves compassion, support, and a second chance.

What This Role Is About

The Financial Mentor provides financial capability, budgeting, advocacy and education services to individuals and whānau experiencing financial hardship.

Working alongside clients in a respectful and strengths-based way, you will support people to build financial confidence, improve money management skills, address debt and financial challenges, and access appropriate resources and services.

This role combines practical financial mentoring, advocacy, education and community engagement to help clients achieve greater financial stability and long-term wellbeing.

This is a permanent, part-time position working 32 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

About You - What You Bring

We are seeking someone with the following skills and experience:

• Experience in financial mentoring, budgeting, or financial capability services
• Experience supporting people experiencing financial hardship or disadvantage
• FINCAP accreditation or willingness to obtain accreditation
• Strong assessment, advocacy, and client engagement skills
• Knowledge of community services and support networks
• Excellent communication, organisation, and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice
• Integrity, compassion, and alignment with the values of the Christchurch City Mission
  

In return we can offer you a rewarding role within a fun and supportive team environment, where no two days will be the same! We also offer a wellbeing allowance and a day off for your birthday, not to mention the personal satisfaction gained from working for an organisation that does such amazing work.

At the Christchurch City Mission, we support an environment where everyone feels welcome to be themselves. We embrace diversity and celebrate individual uniqueness, encouraging anyone wanting to work for the City Mission to apply for our vacant positions. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Note: Applicants must have NZ/AU citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.