Careers

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa (previously New Zealand AIDS Foundation) has been at the forefront of HIV prevention in Aotearoa for nearly 40 years.

With the same passion as those who have come before us, we’re continuing to work hard to prevent HIV transmission, reduce stigma, and maximise the wellbeing of those most affected. Through our community engagement, behaviour-change marketing campaigns, testing, and therapeutic support services, we reach people across the country.

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, high-performing, and driven team that is committed to biculturalism and is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or age.

Below are our current vacancies: 

Expression of Interest Contract Counsellors

Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Pōneke Wellington

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa has expanded their counselling service and is now accepting expressions of interest from suitably qualified counsellors, practicing in person in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland and Pōneke, Wellington.

Expressions of interest are welcome from counsellors meeting the below essential criteria.

• At least two years previous work experience in counselling,
• Hold a membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. NZAC, NZBP, PBANZ, DAPAANZ) If holding a provisional membership, consideration will be given to applicants who meet the other criteria and have had a student placement in the sector or relevant sector.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are able to contextualise their responsibilities as a Treaty partner within their counselling practice, including culturally appropriate responsiveness.
• Understanding of personal and professional boundaries and the ability to manage them.
• Competency in responding appropriately to vulnerable and at-risk clients.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with the diverse groups impacted by HIV in New Zealand.
• Proven ability working to support Rainbow and Takatāpui People* (including trans and gender diverse people), men who have sex with men including gay and bisexual men.
• Ability to consistently adhere to the principles of confidentiality and ethical practice within a health setting.
• Professional and non-judgemental approach to sex, sexuality, sexual health issues and gender identity.
• High level of attention to detail regarding entering client data or creating database records.
• Self-motivated with a high level of emotional intelligence; able to manage their own caseload efficiently.
• Ability to prioritise work effectively, manage changing and conflicting demands and expectations.

Please register your interest by clicking apply, expressions of interest without a cover letter will not be considered.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, high performing and driven team, is committed to biculturalism and is an equal opportunities employer. Burnett Foundation serves all people regardless of sexual and gender identity, age, background or religious belief.

Please get in touch with Victoria Mullan at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Applications close 11.59pm, Friday 10 January 2025

Research and Policy Officer

Permanent, (0.8 FTE 30 hours a week - 1.0 FTE 37.5 hours per week), negotiable for the right candidate, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to bring together your research and policy expertise to a leading, well-respected community organisation that has a strong focus on the sexual health needs of gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex men (GBM). We are also growing into new areas of work serving our broader rainbow and takatāpui communities. Opportunities like this don’t come around often.

In this role you will report to the Head of Policy, Advocacy and Science and work behind the scenes to make it all happen.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gathering, analysing and synthesising information and data relating to service provision and key populations, for the provision of advice to Team Leads, Managers, the Chief Executive and the Board.
• Producing high quality policy advice and government submissions that reflect Burnett Foundation’s position across all areas of the Strategic Plan.
• Responding to internal and external information requests.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We’re looking for an amazing human who can demonstrate a commitment to deliver this mahi, alongside:

• A minimum of 3 years previous work experience in research or policy
• Ability to think critically, synthesise, and effectively communicate complex scientific research across several disciplines
• Experience in evaluation projects, programmes or services.

While not essential, it would be beneficial to also be able to demonstrate:

• Knowledge of HIV, sexual health issues and specific health issues facing men who have sex with men in Aotearoa
• Lived experience in one or more of our priority populations (men who have sex with men, people living with HIV, takatāpui, rainbow communities)
• Previous experience in HIV prevention work
• Knowledge and/or experience of the not-for-profit sector

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

There are many, many benefits to this role, including but not limited to:

• One week of additional paid employer holidays on top of the minimum four weeks annual leave and public holidays
• A flexible working policy that helps support your unique work-life balance needs. This could include working from home for a portion of your week
• Attractive starting salary of $79,062 (pro-rata for 0.8FTE) with annual progression up a 5-step salary scale that is competitive in the not-for-profit market
• Reimbursement of public transport fares and contribution to the purchase of a bike or micro mobility device (e-bike, scooter, etc.)
• Reimbursement for home office equipment of up to $800
• Get to make a real difference in our community
• Professional development opportunities
• A fun, safe, empowering and sex-positive work culture, with an endless supply of condoms

Please register your interest by clicking apply, expressions of interest without a cover letter will not be considered.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, high performing and driven team, is committed to biculturalism and is an equal opportunities employer. Burnett Foundation serves all people regardless of sexual and gender identity, age, background or religious belief.

Please get in touch with Brooke Hollingshead at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Applications close 11.59pm, Thursday 16 January 2025

Nothing here? This means we currently have all the wonderful people we need to tackle HIV stigma, promote prevention tools and advocate for the rights and well-being of people living with and affected by HIV. Check back regularly to find your next opportunity to be a part of our amazing team.