Vacancies at DCM

We currently have multiple roles open across our organisation.

DCM has a supportive and friendly culture with a reputation for working on some of the biggest issues in Wellington, supporting people to break the cycle of homelessness and find recovery, wholeness and reconnection.

A day in the life of a DCM kaimahi (staff member) is diverse, interesting, energising, and extremely satisfying. If you would like to experience such a day, please have a look at our film clip here.

The roles we have open are as follows:

Kaimahi Pūrongo/ Fundraiser

DCM (Downtown Community Ministry) is a trusted, values-led organisation and Wellington's leading social service focused on supporting people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness to reach their housing and social aspirations. Reporting to the Kaiarataki Pūrongo (Head of Fundraising, Marketing & Communications), and as a member of the Pūrongo Kāhui (Fundraising, Marketing & communications Team), you'll play an important role in growing and diversifying fundraising income while strengthening relationships with donors, funders and supporters.

Key responsibilities

• Develop compelling funding applications and donor communications

• Build strong relationships with funders and supporters

• Create stewardship experiences that encourage ongoing engagement and long-term support

• Contribute to improving fundraising performance through effective CRM management, reporting and the use of fundraising insights

About you

• Experience in fundraising, philanthropy, donor engagement, partnerships, communications or a related field

• Experience and success in developing and delivering fundraising initiatives and contributing to income growth

• Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor communications, funding applications and reports

• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders

• The ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and deliver high-quality results

• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail

• Experience using CRM systems and maintaining accurate records, reporting and supporter information

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you by September 14th.

Strategy, Performance and Insights Manager

Reporting to and working closely with the Manahautū (Chief Executive), and as a member of the Kaiarataki Kāhui (Senior Leadership Team), you’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening DCM’s strategic direction, organisational performance, partnerships, and sector positioning.

We are seeking a strong, mana-enhancing Kaiārataki (senior leader) who brings strategic clarity by connecting data, evidence and insights with DCM’s long-term priorities. You’ll apply a strategic and evaluative lens to understand what is working, identify opportunities for improvement, and use data, insights and sector knowledge to strengthen social services best practice and support future-focused, evidence-based decision-making.   

You’ll analyse performance, identify trends and translate evidence into insights that guide the Manahautū in decision-making, continuous improvement and organisational growth. Through proactive scanning of the funding and social sector landscape, you’ll identify opportunities that strengthen partnerships, funding pathways and DCM’s sustainability.

What we’re looking for

• Senior leadership experience, ideally within the social services, NGO, community purpose-driven sectors

• Experience contributing to organisational strategy, performance improvement and evidence-based decision-making

• Proven experience in contract management, strategic/accountability reporting, and risk management

• Strong data analytical skills, with ability to interpret data and translate information into meaningful insights

• Excellent communication skills, able to turn evidence and insights into clear, compelling narratives

• Ability to inspire teams, build capability and foster a collaborative culture

• Confident communicator with experience in public engagement and representation

• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and embedding bicultural practice

• Commitment to DCM’s values and kaupapa, with a passion for creating lasting change, empathy for communities experiencing vulnerability, and a belief in housing, connection and dignity for all

• Comfortable using CRM systems, data management tools, MS Office Suite (Access, Excel) and Power BI (ideally).

If you are interested in applying for a role with us, please apply via Current job vacancies | McLaren Recruitment by August 23rd.

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Social Workers

Are you someone who is solutions-focused, creative, and willing to roll up your sleeves and do whatever it takes to see people thrive? Are you looking for a job where you can support some of Wellington’s most marginalised to achieve greater wellbeing in life? 

We are looking for social workers to join the:

• Piki te Kaha Pou - Aro Mai Housing First, Wellington Office -This role involves working directly with whānau to move them from homelessness into housing, then providing intensive wraparound support and regular home visits to ensure they sustain their tenancy.

• Piki te Kaha Pou - Aro Mai Housing First, Hutt Office -This role involves working directly with whānau to move them from homelessness into housing, then providing intensive wraparound support and regular home visits to ensure they sustain their tenancy.

• Noho Pai - Sustaining Tenancies, Wellington Office - This role involves working with our housed Whānau to help them maintain their tenancies.

A qualification in Social Work is required for these roles.

You will need excellent rapport-building skills, be non-judgmental, highly organised and a good team player. Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi is essential.

We acknowledge that the work we do is intensive and therefore believe strongly in a good work/life balance, on-going training, and supervision. DCM offers unlimited sick leave and is committed to employee wellbeing. 

A day in the life of a DCM kaimahi is diverse, interesting, energising, and extremely satisfying. For more information about our work have a look around our website and check out these stories of our staff and the whānau we work with.

You can find the full Piki te Kaha Social Worker job description HERE.

You can find the full Piki te Ora Social Worker job description HERE.

You can find the full Noho Pai job description HERE.

If you are interested in applying for a role with us, please send an up-to-date CV and cover letter at HR@dcm.org.nz