Tarapuruhi Bushy Park – Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator
Bushy Park, Whanganui/Kai Iwi
Part Time (22.5 hours/week; 0.6 FTE), permanent role
Salary range $80,052 to $86,651 (pro-rata)
About the role
Volunteers are the heart of Tarapuruhi Bushy Park Sanctuary and deliver the mahi that protects the sanctuary and it’s wildlife. Through outdoor time, meaningful contribution, and connection with others, volunteering here supports not only vital conservation mahi but also the health, wellbeing, of those involved. This role will foster and facilitate those mutual benefits.
As Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator at Tarapuruhi Bushy Park Sanctuary, you’ll support a volunteer programme protecting a nationally significant predator‑free forest. You’ll build effective systems, and help ensure volunteers are well supported, safe, and organised.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll be the first point of contact for volunteers, helping them feel welcomed, supported, and organised. You’ll coordinate volunteer workdays, strengthen relationships, grow the volunteer base, and build connections with neighbours and mana whenua, including through social media and newsletters.
You’ll also look after volunteer facilities and gear, organise equipment, and ensure activities are delivered safely by implementing Health and Safety plans in line with Forest & Bird standards. This role is a mix of admin and planning in the office, hands‑on work around Bushy Park facilities.
What we’re looking for
This is a role for someone who thrives on people, purpose, and practical conservation action. We are after someone highly organised who enjoys coordinating groups, delegating tasks, with confidence to improve systems and develop and trial ideas. You’ll have strong interpersonal skills and feel comfortable working with groups while maintaining an oversight.
In the ideal candidate we are looking for experience coordinating volunteer programmes and an interest in practical conservation work. A Health & Safety background and experience with event planning or training is desirable.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high‑profile conservation project in a rare remnant forest. You’ll work closely with Forest & Bird, the Bushy Park Trust, and our committed volunteer community.
We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to do meaningful work in a truly special setting.
Apply now
If you’re excited about making a difference for the environment and you're ready for a rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply — you can find a copy of the job description below.
To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@forestandbird.org.nz
The closing date for applications is midnight, Sunday 12 April 2026.
We reserve the right to begin interviews and appoint before the closing date. We will only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in New Zealand.
Receptionist and Growing Support Administrator
Forest & Bird Wellington CBD
Full-time, fixed term for two years.
Salary: $65,129 – $70,498
- Do you enjoy being the first point of contact and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes?
- Are you organised, people-focused, and comfortable juggling a variety of administrative tasks?
- Want to support conservation work across Aotearoa New Zealand while working with a passionate and values driven team?
Forest & Bird is New Zealand's leading independent conservation organisation. For 100 years, we have been advocating and speaking out for nature on land and in our seas, as well as coordinating community-based projects throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. We're a team of dedicated individuals who believe in making a difference, and we're looking for someone just as enthusiastic to join us! We are looking for a Reception and Growing Support Administrator to join our Wellington team.
Why you'll love working here:
- Your work will directly contribute to our mission of preserving nature.
- We encourage continuous learning and professional development.
- Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace where your ideas and input are valued.
- A varied and engaging role where no two days are the same.
What you'll do:
This role is a key first point of contact for staff, visitors, members, and volunteers. You’ll provide professional reception services, keep the office running smoothly and provide administrative coordination for our Growing Support department.
The role is approximately split between:
- Providing professional, welcoming front‑of‑house service to staff, visitors, members, and volunteers.
- Managing the main phone line, shared inboxes, mail, couriers, and travel booking support.
- Supporting Mt Ruapehu Lodge enquiries, bookings, and administration.
- Providing administrative support to the Growing Support Group, including inbox and phone triage, data collection and maintenance, CRM updates, document management, and reporting.
- Assisting with volunteer induction and offboarding processes.
- Supporting general operational and administrative tasks as required.
Who you are:
- Confident and familiar with Microsoft 365 suite and learning other applications.
- You love helping people and making their day better.
- You have a knack for keeping things in order.
- Strong service focus and ability to quickly establish rapport with others.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, organised, and confident with a desire to learn new skills.
- You can drive and have a full NZ driving licence (preferred but not crucial)
- Some familiarity with Te Ao Māori, including Te Reo Māori and tikanga (training and support provided if necessary).
If you’ve got what it takes, and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you — you can find a copy of the job description below.
To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@forestandbird.org.nz
The closing date for applications is midnight, Monday 6th April.
We reserve the right to start interviewing candidates and make an appointment if we find the right candidate before the closing date. We will only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
Community Activator – Pest Free Hibiscus Coast Project
Hibiscus Coast, Whangaparāoa, Auckland
Full-time, permanent
Salary: $80,052 per annum
- Do you have a great knowledge of New Zealand’s wildlife, and love sharing it with people of all ages with boundless enthusiasm? (Obsessed? Nature nerds welcome!)
- Do you have experience using a range of platforms to create and share exciting and engaging online content to get others interested in nature?
- Do you have experience of working with children and young people and the ability to get them excited about conservation?
- Are you super-organised, proactive and creative, with the ability to bring others along with you in taking action to protect nature?
- Are you a confident and outgoing collaborator, who would like to contribute to protecting nature together with a dynamic team?
Forest & Bird is New Zealand's leading independent conservation organisation. For 100 years, we have been advocating and speaking out for nature on land and in our seas, as well as coordinating community-based projects throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.
We are looking for an experienced team player who would like to join us to lead community engagement and communications for the Pest Free Hibiscus Coast Project and become part of our friendly, highly motivated team. We have a flexible work policy for this full time, permanent role, working from home and within the project area centred on the Whangaparāoa peninsula.
Pest Free Hibiscus Coast is one of Forest & Bird’s six National Projects. The project’s vision is to create a safe and healthy habitat for native species transitioning from sanctuaries at Shakespear and Tiritiri Matangi along the Whangaparāoa peninsula and beyond, in a way that engages and enthuses the community.
The new team member we are looking for will have:
- At least 2 years’ experience working or regularly volunteering in the conservation field.
- The ability to relate to and develop relationships with a wide cross-section of the community, including volunteers.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team.
- Experience in creating engaging online content, including videos and graphics, and managing professional social media accounts.
- Experience working with youth and school groups to plan and deliver engaging workshops.
- Experience of organizing and promoting public events.
- High levels of self-motivation with a passion for, and deep understanding of New Zealand wildlife.
- Resilient and flexible with the ability to manage a range of competing priorities, deliver tasks within set timeframes, and maintain strong relationships.
- Respect for and understanding of Health & Safety obligations, particularly in relation to outdoor events.
- You will also need to have your own vehicle and a relevant, clean, full New Zealand Driver’s license. (The role will require frequent travel throughout the project area.)
If you’ve got what it takes, and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you — you can find a copy of the job description below.
To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@forestandbird.org.nz
The closing date for applications is midnight, Monday 6 April 2026.
We reserve the right to start interviewing candidates and make an appointment if we find the right candidate before the closing date. We will only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in New Zealand.
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