Coordinator Youth Justice - Paeroa at Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Permanent Full Time – Paeroa based
• Hauraki – Matamata Piako Youth Justice Coordinator
• Competitive salary ranging between $84,491 to $98,674 (depending on experience) 

Mō mātou | About us

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

• We put Tamariki first
• We believe Aroha is vital
• We respect the Mana of people
• We are Tika and Pono
• We value Whakapapa
• We recognise that Oranga is a journey

Mō te tūnga | About the role

As a Youth Justice Coordinator, you will be part of the Waikato Youth Justice team responsible for managing Family Group Conferences (FGCs) in accordance with the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989. You will work with tamariki and rangatahi, whānau and the wider community to address the underlying causes which have led to the offending of tamariki and rangatahi. You will be able to incorporate a mana enhancing and restorative approach within your practice and utilise the combined knowledge of community resources, networks, and opportunities. The work you do will contribute to create an alternative offending-free future for tamariki and rangatahi.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

To be considered for this role, you will need to be a dynamic, agile and fast paced coordinator who has a well-developed experience in front line delivery and the ability to build strong strategic relationships.

Additionally you will have:

• Strong community youth networks with an ability to connect and build strong trusting relationships with tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and Community
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to plan, identify appropriate supports and apply relevant FGC (family group conference) standards and practices throughout this process
• Proven experience working with youth aged between 14 to 18 years
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and on your own if necessary.
• Ability to self-direct and manage own workload with clear communication - including strong report writing skills
• Ability to uphold the principles of Te tiriti ō Waitangi and demonstrating this in practice
• A full valid and clean New Zealand's drivers' licence
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer an impartial remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. Annual remuneration for this position starts between $84,491 to $98,674 depending on experience. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Applications Close: 10th April 2026, however we will be reviewing CVs as we go so get your applications in today, we will look to interview 16^th & 17^th April so please keep these dates free.  

*Note we will close the role early if the preferred candidate is found.

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.