Church Relationship Manager (Chinese)

It’s not every day that a job comes along where you really can change the world. Keep reading if you want to be part of:

– Creating positive change in the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children.
– Using your relationship building skills to connect churches with global impact opportunities.
– A passionate team helping churches live out their mission to care for vulnerable children.

We are looking for a Church Relationship Manager (Chinese) to build and nurture partnerships with churches across New Zealand. This role will work closely with Chinese church communities nationwide while also supporting church partnerships across the Top of the North Island, particularly churches located north of the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

You will inspire churches to participate through prayer, advocacy, learning and generosity, including opportunities such as the Chosen child sponsorship programme, which enables churches to build meaningful connections with children and communities around the world.

Responsibilities

– Build and manage relationships with pastors, church leaders and congregations
– Identify and develop new partnerships with churches and Christian networks
– Represent World Vision at church services, conferences and Christian events
– Encourage church participation in prayer, advocacy and sponsorship initiatives
– Maintain accurate records of engagement and partnerships using CRM systems
– Collaborate with internal teams to deliver impactful engagement opportunities
– Support volunteers and church champions who advocate for World Vision within their congregations

This is your opportunity to join a professional, passionate and diverse team at World Vision New Zealand, who will stop at nothing to create meaningful change for children. Every day, as part of World Vision’s global reach, you’ll help the world’s most vulnerable families build safer and brighter futures. Every night, you’ll go home knowing you made a difference in someone’s life.

About you:

– Active involvement in a Christian church community with a strong understanding of church life and leadership
– Strong commitment to the Christian faith and alignment with World Vision’s mission and values
– Established relationships with church leaders and Christian networks in New Zealand
– Experience in relationship management, fundraising, partnership development or ministry engagement
– Excellent communication and storytelling skills
– Strong bilingual communication skills in English and Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) are required
– Strong organisational and planning skills
– Ability to manage multiple priorities and build strong relationships
– Cultural sensitivity and ability to engage with diverse communities, especially Chinese churches

– Confidence using CRM systems, Microsoft Office and digital tools
– Current eligibility to work in New Zealand

Why work with us?

The team at World Vision are connected in our desire to seek justice and to overcome poverty for all children, everywhere. We are mission focused and maintain our Christian identity while embracing the diversity of all people.

We offer unique benefits that are aligned to who we are as an organisation and our people.

You’ll be a part of creating positive change in the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package; including Southern Cross medical insurance and life insurance, a day off on your birthday, the option to buy additional leave, a hybrid work environment, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and access to a free Wills package.
Be a part of World Vision’s haerenga (journey) of embracing te ao Māori, enabling us to be more effective in achieving our Mission.
Opportunities for ongoing learning, development and education through a range of channels including training and development as part of World Vision International.

What you need to know:

World Vision is a Christian organisation that empowers everyday New Zealanders to stand up and make a difference for children in the world’s toughest places through emergency relief, community development and advocacy work.

You’ll be joining New Zealand’s largest overseas humanitarian organisation, made up of 100 staff. You’ll also become part of something bigger, World Vision’s global partnership of 35,000 staff and 3.3 million supporters in 100 countries. So far, we’ve impacted the lives of more than 200 million vulnerable children by tackling the root causes of poverty. This is your chance to make a massive impact, right when it’s needed the most.

We work from a Christian kaupapa. We see our work as a practical expression of the gospel, and we value and support the wairua (spiritual wellbeing) of our people and partners.

We believe in a world where every child, no matter where they were born, can live life in all its fullness. It’s as simple as that.

Location and Hours:

– Based in Penrose, Auckland
– Full-time, Permanent position. 37.5hrs per week.
– Hybrid work

Eligibility:

To be eligible for this role you must have current entitlement to work in New Zealand.

Apply Now:

We welcome applications from anyone who wants to seek justice and overcome poverty for all children, everywhere, and brings the required skills. We act in ways that respect the dignity, uniqueness and intrinsic worth of every person. Please let us know if there are any accommodations we can make to help you with your application or in our recruitment process.

World Vision New Zealand is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will undergo appropriate screening, including police vetting.

For more information, please contact
stanly.devaraj@worldvision.org.nz.  Alternatively, click Apply Now to submit your application.

Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness; Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so.