Trust Board Members

Linda from Kerikeri District

Ko te tipu, te atawhai mātangi – a professional service for empowerment

Mid North Family Support (MNFS) (rebranding to Te Whaitipu Mid North Counselling) is seeking two Board Trustees to join our governance group.


We are a charitable trust with more than 35 years’ experience providing professional counselling in the Mid North District of Te Tai Tokerau Northland.

Our Mission is that, through our counselling services, we will empower those in our community to lead independent, safe and fulfilling lives. Our values are respect, integrity, manaakitanga, whakawhanaungatanga, kaitiakitanga, aroha and honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

The Trust Board governs MNFS to deliver on its Mission and ensure it is meeting the expectations of our funders. The role of a Trustee is a voluntary position.

Successful candidates will have:
• proven experience in governance and strategy
• ability to act in good faith, with honesty and integrity
• knowledge of the diverse communities we serve
• time and flexibility to attend six Board meetings a year
• a commitment to preventing sexual violence and family harm

If you are interested in making a meaningful difference in our community, we would love to hear from you! Please send your governance CV along with a covering letter to linda@midnorthfamilysupport.co.nz .