About the opportunity:
This is an influential leadership role where you’ll drive international development and
humanitarian programmes that amplify the voices of the poor and vulnerable. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will oversee a skilled team, lead strategic partnerships, and ensure effective programme design, delivery, and evaluation. This role combines strategic vision, relationship management, and operational excellence to make a tangible impact in communities around the world.
Role description:
You’ll lead Caritas Aotearoa’s international aid and humanitarian initiatives, managing global partnerships, guiding programme strategy, ensuring compliance and impact, and championing Catholic social teaching through transformative development work.
Responsibilities will include:
● Leading and managing international development and humanitarian programmes
● Building and sustaining strong global and local partnerships
● Overseeing programme design, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation
● Driving strategic planning and reporting across all programme areas
● Representing Caritas Aotearoa in national and international forums
This role will suit someone with all or some of the following background/experience/qualities:
- Proven leadership in international development or humanitarian work (7+ years)
- Strong relationship management and partnership-building capability
- Skilled in programme management, budgeting, and impact reporting
- An understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and development principles
- Flexible, resilient, and culturally aware, with the ability to travel internationally
About the company:
Caritas Aotearoa New Zealand is an international aid and development agency. As part of the global Caritas network, the second largest humanitarian organisation in the world — Caritas works to eliminate poverty and injustice while promoting dignity, peace, and sustainability. With roots in Catholic social teaching and a collaborative approach with communities and partners, Caritas is committed to a world where every person can thrive.
What they will offer
● Opportunity to lead a respected international aid organisation
● Meaningful work grounded in faith, justice, and solidarity
● A values-driven, collaborative culture
● Supportive and experienced leadership team
● Wellington-based role with global engagement