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Kaiwhakarite Ārahi | Client Service LeadMultiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Canterbury • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
Kaiwhakarite Ārahi | Client Service Lead

Kaiwhakarite Ārahi | Client Service Lead

Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Canterbury • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
18 hours ago
Job description

The Kaiwhakarite Ārahi is responsible for planning, coordinating, and improving service delivery and client support processes for people living with Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s in Canterbury.

The role focuses on ensuring high-quality client experiences, maintaining strong relationships with clients, caregivers, and community partners, and overseeing administrative systems that support MSPC’s services.

The Kaiwhakarite Ārahi should be familiar with Xero and may act as liaison with the contracted book-keeping, Board’s Treasurer and auditor when required.

Client Liaison

  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, caregivers, and referrers, providing accurate information and assistance on MSPC services and programmes.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met promptly and compassionately.
  • Plan, administer, and review client support systems to ensure consistent service quality and satisfaction.
  • Collect and analyse client feedback to inform service improvements and community engagement strategies.

Service Coordination

  • Oversee client registration, records management, and communications in accordance with privacy and data protection policies.
  • Coordinate appointments, group programmes, and events, ensuring smooth communication between clients and staff.
  • Support Exercise and Health & Wellbeing teams in managing client scheduling and documentation needs.
  • Liaise with external stakeholders and funding partners as required.
  • Liaise with, and on occasion coordinate, MSPC volunteers.
  • Process Improvement & Reporting

  • Review administrative workflows and recommend enhancements to improve service efficiency and client experience.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of service policies and procedures.
  • Prepare monthly reports on service usage, client engagement, and satisfaction metrics. Lead annual client survey process.
  • Finance Support

  • Support invoicing, payment tracking, and funding claims related to client services and programmes.
  • Assist with donations, ensuring accurate records and acknowledgements.
  • Assist with grant and accountability requirements (eg. sourcing quotes and collating evidence).
  • Liaise with bookkeeping contractor and assist with their requirements.
  • Communication & Marketing Support

  • Collaborate with the Fundraising & Marketing Manager to support newsletters, social media, website and community updates.
  • Help design client-facing materials that improve accessibility and awareness of services.
  • Health and Safety

  • Up to date and familiar with Health and Safety policy and protocols within the office.
  • Participates in and complies with requirements of the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 and other associated policies.
  • Key Skills & Attributes

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with empathy for clients affected by neurological conditions.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a dynamic environment.
  • Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Competent in Microsoft 365 and client management systems (e.g. clinical database and CRM platforms).
  • Proven ability to work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team.
  • Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum three years' experience in client service, healthcare administration, or community support coordination.
  • Tertiary qualification in business administration, communications, or health sciences preferred.
  • Experience in not-for-profit administration and not-for profit fundraising advantageous.
  • Understanding of brain health and health promotion advantageous.
  • The closing date for applications is 9am, Monday 8 December 2025.

    Start date for the position will be Monday 5 January, 2026, or by negotiation.

    We will only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in New Zealand

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