Lived Experience Advisor Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

Join a fresh, community-led approach to wellbeing and suicide prevention
A varied field role combining engagement, outreach, training & practical support

Join a fresh, community-led approach to wellbeing and suicide prevention
A varied field role combining engagement, outreach, training & practical support

Engage with racing communities across NZ to build trust, deliver training and connect people with support that strengthens wellbeing.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

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Listed three days ago

Māori Strategic Advisor

at Australasian College for Emergency Medicine

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$220,000-$230,000 NZD plus superannuation

Work for an organisation with a purpose
Flexible work arrangements, within a hybrid work environment
Health and wellbeing initiatives

Work for an organisation with a purpose
Flexible work arrangements, within a hybrid work environment
Health and wellbeing initiatives

We are seeking an experienced and highly respected Māori Strategic Advisor to provide executive-level strategic advice and leadership.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Community Engagement Champion

at OnTrack Racing Limited

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

$65,000 – $80,000 per year

Join a fresh, community-led approach to wellbeing and suicide prevention
A varied field role combining engagement, outreach, training & practical support

Join a fresh, community-led approach to wellbeing and suicide prevention
A varied field role combining engagement, outreach, training & practical support

Engage with racing communities across NZ to build trust, deliver training and connect people with support that strengthens wellbeing.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

23d ago

Listed three days ago

Lived Experience Whanau Project Lead

at Wise Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton, Waikato(Hybrid)

Wellbeing Days + Extra Annual Leave + Hybrid

Full-time position + Based in either Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Full-time position + Based in either Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Lead whānau lived experience projects that embed whānau voice, strengthen whānau workforce capability, deliver outcomes across mental health.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Family Whānau Advisor

at Wise Group

This is a Part time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$61949.40 - $71482.18 p.a. + (pro-rated for part-t

Permanent, Part-time + 20 hours + Monday to Friday
5 Weeks of Annual Leave + 2 Paid well-being days + more benefits!
Based in Rotorua - surrounded by stunning lakes, rivers, and geothermal wonders

Permanent, Part-time + 20 hours + Monday to Friday
5 Weeks of Annual Leave + 2 Paid well-being days + more benefits!
Based in Rotorua - surrounded by stunning lakes, rivers, and geothermal wonders

Use your voice and lived experience to support whānau going through homelessness and ensure their perspectives are heard. Apply now!

subClassification: Housing & Homelessness ServicesHousing & Homelessness Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Resident Adviser - Student Accommodation

at The University of Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$29 per hour

This role is only open to current enrolled full time UoA Students
A wonderful place to grow your skills and explore opportunities as you develop.
Support your fellow students, and really engage with the student lifestyle

This role is only open to current enrolled full time UoA Students
A wonderful place to grow your skills and explore opportunities as you develop.
Support your fellow students, and really engage with the student lifestyle

Support student life and growth by nurturing academic success and life skills. Build community as a positive role model with great communication.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

19h ago

Listed one day ago

Creative Career Advisor

at Depot

This is a Full time job

Devonport, Auckland

$75,000 – $85,000 per year

As a Creative Career Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in guiding individuals toward achieving their career goals and finding employment.

subClassification: Art DirectionArt Direction

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Lived Experience Whanau Project Lead

at Wise Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Wellbeing Days + Extra Annual Leave + Hybrid

Full-time position + Based in either Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Full-time position + Based in either Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Lead whānau lived experience projects that embed whānau voice, strengthen whānau workforce capability, and deliver outcomes across mental health.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Support Advisor (part time)

at Wellington Returned and Services Assoc.

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$35 – $45 per hour

Primary focus of the role is to provide welfare services to veterans and their whanau.

subClassification: Aged & Disability SupportAged & Disability Support

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

15d ago

Listed one day ago

Family/Whānau Partnership Lead

at Wise Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Wellbeing Days + Extra Annual Leave + Hybrid

Full-time role + Based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver
$250 for your health and wellbeing + Flexible + Hybrid

Full-time role + Based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver
$250 for your health and wellbeing + Flexible + Hybrid

Lead national whānau partnerships, embedding lived experience and culturally responsive practice in child and youth mental health services.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Senior Peer Support Specialist - Waikato Hospital ED

at Ember

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Competitive pay above L4 Support Worker Pay Equity

2 extra leave days + 5 study days + regular salary review
$250 on an Extraordinary card per year to spend on health and wellbeing
Allocated mobile for work purposes

2 extra leave days + 5 study days + regular salary review
$250 on an Extraordinary card per year to spend on health and wellbeing
Allocated mobile for work purposes

Use your recovery‑focused peer practice to meaningfully support others; be supported to grow through peer supervision and opportunities to debrief.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

11d ago

Listed three days ago

Lived Experience Whanau Project Lead

at Wise Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Wellbeing Days + Extra Annual Leave + Hybrid

Full-time position + Based in either Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Full-time position + Based in either Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Lead whānau lived experience projects that embed whānau voice, strengthen whānau workforce capability, and deliver outcomes across mental health.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

TŪ TAUTOKO AROPĀ - Peer Lead 2026

at Te Awhi Whanau

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

$28.95 – $33 per hour

Use your lived experience to support others as a Tū Tautoko Aropā at Te Awhi
Grow Personally and Professionally in a Supportive Environment
Kaupapa Māori organisation

Use your lived experience to support others as a Tū Tautoko Aropā at Te Awhi
Grow Personally and Professionally in a Supportive Environment
Kaupapa Māori organisation

Join Te Awhi as a Tū Tautoko Aropā. Empower, connect and foster hope as a peer leader in our Kaupapa Māori mental health service.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Peer Support Leadership

at Odyssey House Trust Christchurch

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

AOD Lived Experience
Leadership journey
New Projects on the go

AOD Lived Experience
Leadership journey
New Projects on the go

We are seeking an experienced and passionate leader to guide and grow our lived experience support services.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

Family/Whānau Partnership Lead

at Wise Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Wellbeing Days + Extra Annual Leave + Hybrid

Full-time role + Based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver
$250 for your health and wellbeing + Flexible + Hybrid

Full-time role + Based in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver
$250 for your health and wellbeing + Flexible + Hybrid

Lead national whānau partnerships, embedding lived experience and culturally responsive practice in child and youth mental health services.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Programme lead

at Wise Group

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Wellbeing Days + Extra Annual Leave + Hybrid

Full-time position + Based in either Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Full-time position + Based in either Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton
Flexible + Hybrid working model + Work-life balance
Extra leave + Wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Lead a national programme that contributes to building a skilled, values‑based health workforce through the use of Keeping it Real Kia Pono te Tika

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Health Coach Kaiārahi (Navigator) | Community Outreach

at Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Make an impact—empower whānau to take charge of their health and wellbeing.
Supportive professionals working together to make a difference in our community!
Grow your skills in advocacy, cultural support, and health coaching.

Make an impact—empower whānau to take charge of their health and wellbeing.
Supportive professionals working together to make a difference in our community!
Grow your skills in advocacy, cultural support, and health coaching.

Help change lives - support people facing the greatest barriers to care

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

15d ago

Listed seven days ago