Communications and Administration Lead
  
About the client

Community Housing Funding Agency (CHFA), is part of the Community Finance Group which has been operating since 2019. Together they are the leading lender to the community and affordable housing sector, on a mission to help address New Zealand’s affordable housing crisis.

By bringing together debt capital markets, impact investors, the government and philanthropists, CHFA supports community and affordable housing providers nationwide. They combine market discipline with social purpose to invest in stronger communities and our country’s future.

With over $500m of loans advanced nationwide and a plan to grow to over $1bn, this is a unique opportunity to be part of one of the fastest growing companies in the country with a social mission.

About the role

This is a newly created role working closely with the Chief Executive at a time of exciting growth for CHFA. It’s a hands-on, end-to-end communications position where you’ll shape how CHFA presents itself externally through clear, consistent messaging and storytelling that highlights the organisation’s impact. The role also includes providing executive and organisational support to help ensure the smooth running of key business and governance activities.

This role is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with flexibility to suit the right candidate.

Day to day responsibilities:

Communications

• Lead the planning and execution of communications and marketing initiatives across the organisation
• Own and deliver annual reporting content and coordination, including impact reporting
• Manage digital marketing activity across channels
• Maintain and update the CHFA website
• Manage and grow CHFA’s social media presence
• Lead storytelling initiatives that highlight the impact and value of CHFA’s work
• Create clear, compelling messaging and content that articulates the value and impact CHFA delivers across communities
• Own and lead the development of tenders and proposal documents
• Ensure brand consistency across all communications and campaigns
• Plan and run marketing campaigns aligned to organisational goals

Administration Support

• Provide executive support to the CEO and management team, including diary management, meeting coordination and preparation of materials
• Coordinate internal and external events, briefings and stakeholder engagements
• Support board processes, including meeting coordination, agenda preparation, paper collation and minute support
• Track and update key operational and reporting data to support management, compliance and impact reporting
• Provide administrative support to keep the office running smoothly, including as a key point of contact for office administration, suppliers and service providers, and supporting lending activities of CHFA

Why Join CHFA?

You will be joining a purpose-driven organisation where you’ll have a high level of autonomy and be part of a friendly, down to earth and supportive team.

As the business continues to grow, you will have fantastic opportunities for development, exposure to a variety of stakeholders, and the reward of being part of a mission-led organisation.

On offer is a competitive salary plus KiwiSaver, free onsite parking, professional training support, wellness Prezzy cards, team lunches and a genuinely awesome culture.

About You

• Experienced communications and/or marketing professional, comfortable with both strategy and hands-on execution
• Skilled in creating clear, compelling messaging and storytelling that highlights impact and value
• Confident managing digital marketing, social media, and website content
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience preparing tenders, proposals, and organisational reporting
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Motivated by contributing to meaningful, purpose-driven outcomes

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and make a real impact within a purpose-driven organisation, or would like a confidential conversation, apply now or contact Eden at edenm@huntercampbell.co.nz.