Events & Engagement Coordinator (3 month Fixed Term)

About Us

The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand (MHF) is a not-for-profit organisation working towards a society free from discrimination, where all people enjoy positive mental health and wellbeing.

We valueoritetanga(fairness and equity), encouragewhanaungatanga, and build relationships grounded intika, pono and aroha. Our work istoitu(sustainable), and we embracetepaetawhiti(innovation) in all that we do.

Join our Fundraising team!

Ifyou'resomeone who enjoys building relationships, coordinating events, and helping people get involved in a cause they care about, this role might be a great fit for you.

This is an exciting fixed-term opportunity to support some of the Mental Health Foundation's key fundraising activities during our busiest time of year. Working closely with fundraisers, volunteers,workplacesand community groups,you'llhelp create positive experiences that inspire people to raise funds and support mental health and wellbeing across Aotearoa.

As our Events & Engagement Coordinator,you'llsupport the delivery of community fundraising initiatives and volunteer programmes, helping participants feel connected, supported and equipped to succeed.

From engaging with participants inmarathonevents and Christmas gift wrapping programmes to supporting community fundraisers and volunteers,you'llplay a key role in ensuring everyone who chooses to support MHF has a positive and rewarding experience.

This role reports to theFundraising Managerand hasno direct reports. This is a 3 month fixed-term contract from October to December 2026.

What you will do

In this role, you will:

• Support and steward fundraisers and volunteers, helping them feel motivated, informed and appreciated throughout their fundraising journey.

• Coordinate engagement for community fundraising activities, includingmarathonevents,Christmas gift wrapping and supporter-led initiatives.

• Respond to enquiries and provide excellent supporter service, ensuring participants have the tools and information they need.

• Assistwith event planning and delivery, including event administration, volunteer coordination and event-day support.

• MaintainaccurateCRM records and reporting, ensuring high-quality data and stewardship tracking.

• Work collaboratively across the fundraising teamto deliver exceptional experiences for supporters,donorsand volunteers.
  

You'llbring:

• Experience in fundraising,volunteer coordination,event coordination, projectadministrationor a similar support role.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence building relationships by phone, email and in person.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Experience using Salesforce or another CRM system.

• A collaborative approach and willingness to support a team

• Interest in working with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, and a willingness to grow your knowledge ofTeAo andTeReo Maori.

• A customer-focused approach and a passion for creating positive experiences.

• Experience or eagerness to expand skills in the fundraising space.

You can find thejob description here.We know great candidates bring a range of skills and experiences. Even if youdon'tmeet every requirement,we'dlove to hear from you.

What we offer

• Well-located office in the heart ofMaungawhau, Mt Eden, close to public transport and cafes

• Flexible working: Mondays and Fridays from home

• Half-day Fridays

• Day off on your birthday

• 20 days sick leave

• Opportunity to build strong networks

• Competitive andequitablesalary which is reviewed annually

The salary band for this role is$60,000 - $68,000and will becommensuratewith the successful candidate's skills and experience.

We are reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role once we find the right person, sodon't wait!
Please note this role will involve occasionalweekendand travel requirements to support fundraising events and activities.

At the MHF we oftenencounterstories about mental health,distressand suicide. Please consider your own wellbeing and ability to engage with this content before applying.

Rainbow andtakatapuicandidates are warmly encouraged to apply.

The Mental Health Foundation actively promotes the articles ofTeTiriti o Waitangi.