Aku nui, aku rahi
Kua karaka a Christchurch Methodist Mission
.... nukunuku mai rā e!
Are you looking to join a workplace environment that:
Has a long-term commitment to a Tiriti-focussed future
Is values-driven organisation that is committed to manaakitanga and social justice
Makes a positive difference to the communities we work within.
Nāku te rourou | what we bring
The Christchurch Methodist Mission (CMM) is a social service agency of Te Hāhi Weteriana o Aotearoa with responsibility for services throughout Te Patiki Whakatekateka o Waitaha (Canterbury), Te Tai Poutini (West Coast) and Te Tau Ihu (Marlborough Region).
Our kaupapa serves the youngest to oldest members of our community through early childhood education, social work and psychological support in schools and homes, financial mentoring, housing and homelessness services and WesleyCare our home for kaumātua. With over 300 kaimahi we have an amazing amount of skills to help strengthen our communities.
Te Tūnga | the role
The Senior Tenancy Manager role provides professional practice mentorship, guidance and support to Tenancy Managers across CMM services in Ōtautahi and Te Tau Ihu. The role promotes consistent, high-quality tenancy practice, supports the management of complex tenancy matters, and builds capability across the tenancy management team to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes for tenants.
Nāu te rourou | what you will bring
We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting people to sustain successful tenancies and who values respectful, inclusive and culturally responsive practice. You'll bring:
Extensive experience in tenancy management, including strong knowledge of social housing practice, the Residential Tenancies Act 1986, and managing complex or high-risk tenancies
Proven leadership capability, with experience coaching, mentoring and developing others, while providing constructive feedback and supporting best practice
Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to confidently resolve conflict, negotiate positive outcomes, and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Strong communication, organisation and technical skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, use tenancy management systems and standard office technology, and know when to escalate issues
You will need a genuine commitment to working alongside diverse communities including Iwi/Māori, Pacific peoples and community organisations. An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to honouring its principles in practice.
A full, clean New Zealand driver licence is also required as is the committment to travel regularly for mahi (including overnight stays).
Ngā hua ka riro ki a koe | What’s in it for you?
The opportunity to:
work with a Tiriti-inspired organisation that operates an established presence in its field locally, regionally and nationally
Health and wellbeing support through our wellbeing initiatives
Meaningful mahi in a supportive tīma that is growing.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences who share our commitment to supporting thriving communities.
Whakauru | To Apply:
For a copy of the Job Description, visit our website: www.mmsi.org.nz/Get-Involved/Work-for-us/
Click “Quick Apply” and include a CV and covering letter by 20 November 2026 (unless successful candidate is selected).
To be eligible for consideration for this role, you must be a NZ citizen or have a current work visa with no restrictions.
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...whakahoki mai, nekeneke mai.