Vacancies at DCM

We occasionally have exciting opportunities to be involved in supporting whānau on the journey to sustainable housing and wellbeing.

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:

- Finance Manager

We’re looking for a Finance Manager to join our Putea team. This role is all about ensuring the efficient and effective provision of finance and HR support to DCM.  Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of DCM’s financial reports and budgets and the administration and management of the Finance and HR support staff in DCM

You’ll play a key role in developing and fostering a culture of best practice that supports leading service delivery within the small financial services, payroll and administration team and DCM as a whole.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparation of budgets in collaboration with budget managers

  • Preparation of timely and accurate management reports

  • Management of 2 direct reports, the Finance Assistant and HR administrator

About You

You will have technical skills around financial procedures, processes and best practice.   You understand the importance of accuracy, timeliness, and relevance in reporting.

You have an eye for detail and are familiar with reporting on service delivery contracts. You will need a working knowledge of HR to be able to support the HR administrator. You will work as a team player, working collaboratively with others.

You’ll Bring:

  • Accounting qualification

  • Proven Financial Management and Reporting Experience

  • Strong blend of business acumen and stakeholder management

  • An ability to identify and highlight both risks and opportunities

  • A working knowledge of HR best practice

  • Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and digital

  • A collaborative, values-driven approach to your mahi

  • Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Why Work With Us?

  • Be part of a passionate team making a real difference in people’s lives

  • Unlimited sick leave

  • Opportunities for professional development

  • A values-led, inclusive workplace

You can find the full job description HERE.

If you are interested in a role with us please send us your up-to-date CV and a cover letter HR@dcm.org.nz by Wednesday 29 October 2025, 5pm.

- HR Administrator / Kaimahi Tangata

We’re looking for an HR Administrator to join our small Finance and HR team.  This role is all about timely and accurate administration of the HR function.

It will maintain personnel records, update databases, create and maintain guidelines and promote organisational wellbeing through creating a safe work environment for employees at all levels.

You’ll play a key role in developing and fostering a culture of best practice that supports leading service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordination of recruitment including review of Job Descriptions, advertising, contacting candidates and scheduling interviews

  • Onboarding and induction of new staff.

  • Utilising the functionality of our HR system to manage the performance management process from setting key performance indicators, through to training plans

  • Offboarding, organising exit interviews and report on findings

  • Preparation of timely and accurate HR  reports

  • DCM’s Health Safety and Wellbeing

  • Provide support to the Finance Assistant especially providing cover for Payroll preparation and processing when required

About You

You will have technical skills around HR  procedures, processes and best practice.   You understand the importance of accuracy, timeliness, and relevance in reporting.

You have an eye for detail and strong communication skills. You will need a working knowledge of Payroll  to be able to support the Finance Assistant. You will work as a team player, working collaboratively with others.

You’ll Bring:

  • Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.

  • Proven accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail

  • Exceptional organisation skills

  • Discreet

• Effective communicator, excellent communication skills especially written and verbal

• Experience in managing the HR function in a small to medium organisation

  • Experience in using an HRIS system

  • A working knowledge of Payroll to be able to provide cover to the rest of the team

  • A team player

• Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Why Work With Us?

  • Be part of a passionate team making a real difference in people’s lives

  • Unlimited sick leave

  • Opportunities for professional development

  • A values-led, inclusive workplace

You can find the full job description HERE.

If you are interested in a role with us please send us your up-to-date CV and a cover letter HR@dcm.org.nz by Wednesday 29 October 2025, 5pm.

- 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.

  • Piki te Ora Pou - Noho Pai, 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. If you would like to experience such a day, please have a look at our film clip below or here: https://youtu.be/Q4zpD6xk4rU?si=7OSA7ZF2fVj1d-2r and visit our website – https://www.dcm.org.nz/ – for some inspiring stories.

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.

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

- Communications & Fundraising - Maternity Fixed Term Contract

We’re looking for a Communications & Fundraising Kaimahi to join our Pūrongo Kāhui team, covering maternity leave. This role is all about building high-trust relationships—with donors, supporters, and the wider community—through powerful storytelling, strategic communications, and targeted fundraising.

You’ll help amplify DCM’s voice, grow our supporter base, and secure funding through grants and one-on-one donor relationships. You’ll also play a key role in strengthening our brand, managing our social media presence, and supporting special events.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and share stories and evidence that connect donors and supporters with DCM’s kaupapa and impact

  • Oversee DCM’s social media presence, ensuring high engagement and strong brand representation

  • Support brand building, media relations, and public engagement

  • Assist with special events that strengthen relationships with donors and supporters

About You
You’re a relationship-builder, storyteller, and have technical skills around database management and communication tools.  You understand the power of communications to inspire action and the importance of trust in fundraising. You’re confident writing for diverse audiences and have experience in grant writing or donor engagement.

You’ll Bring:

  • Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and digital

  • Experience in communications, fundraising, or stakeholder engagement

  • Strong understanding of social media strategy and content creation

  • Grant writing or donor relationship experience (event fundraising not required)

·         Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • A collaborative, values-driven approach to your mahi

·         Astute with technology, including the digital landscape.

·         A relevant qualification in this role is favourable

You can find the full job description HERE.

If you are interested in a role with us please send us your up-to-date CV and a cover letter HR@dcm.org.nz by Friday 3rd October 2025, 5pm.