Julie leads the delivery of Volunteer Wellington’s strategic and operational planning. She joined Volunteer Wellington as an interviewer in 2000 which sparked her passion for working in the community & voluntary sector. She has a particular interest in the career advancement of Managers of Volunteers and was on the Volunteering NZ Learning and Development group that developed the Competencies for Managers of Volunteers. She received an Orangi Kaupapa Trust award for her commitment and enthusiasm to promoting positive social change

Julie enjoys being part of a team of talented and enthusiastic people who are focused on championing volunteering and building strong connected communities.

Marcia manages the Volunteer Hutt branch of Volunteer Wellington. Her background is in management and sales. She has worked in the Not for Profit sector since 2005 and has successfully led community, social development and business projects in the wider Wellington region. Marcia has had the privilege to walk in local and central government circles, iwi & hapu, business communities, funding committee’s advocating to bridge the gaps many of our whanau face. Her strengths in stakeholder management, customer service and leadership are well suited for her role at Volunteer Wellington.

Leta manages the Volunteer Porirua branch of Volunteer Wellington. She has a background in administration and worked many years as a tertiary educator. She has been involved with volunteering through various Pasifika community groups. She is passionate about helping people, particularly women and youth, who are looking for a second chance at higher education. Leta sees volunteering as not only a wonderful educational experience but also a way to build stronger communities.

Ann is the Coordinator of our Employee Volunteering programme. She has worked in marketing, sales and customer service roles in the corporate and local government sectors and has enjoyed bringing her knowledge and skills to matching employees with opportunities in the community. Meeting the people working in community organisations is a highlight of her job. Ann's own volunteering experience includes school fundraising activities, Meals on Wheels and food sorting at Kaibosh. She enjoys being an enthusiastic helper and the understanding that “many hands make light work” certainly applies to the Employee Volunteering programme.

Amanda is the Manager of our Member Services. She has a background in customer service and has always been drawn to roles with a community focus. After working for many years as a children’s librarian she joined the Sustainability Trust as the Curtain Bank manager. While there, she quickly became friends with the Volunteer Wellington whanau, and the support they offered. In her other life she is a published author and has had many volunteer roles within that community, including teacher and mentor. She loves helping others reach their potential and is a big fan of celebrating the little wins.

Liv is the Team Lead Volunteers/Administration. She is passionate about community development with particular interest and experience in how voluntarism can uplift the wellbeing of youth. Upon graduating from Victoria University, Liv worked for a diverse array of local wellbeing projects and organisations. Utilising the knowledge gleamed for her Bachelor of Arts degree in Development Studies and International Relations, she has spent the last 8 years leading teams of volunteers and coordinating a broad range of volunteer-run initiatives and events. Having rich personal experience of the benefits of volunteering, she is enthusiastic about facilitating volunteer opportunities for others!

Fiona is the Preparation for Employment program Lead. With extensive experience in not-for-profit and community organisations in Wellington and abroad, Fiona has worked across the arts, health, justice, and social service sectors. She has successfully engaged volunteers in these areas and has also enjoyed participating in a wide variety of volunteer roles herself, enriching her understanding and commitment to volunteerism. Fiona is enthusiastic about supporting Work and Income clients to identify their strengths, overcome employment barriers, and achieve personal and professional goals through volunteering.

With a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Media Studies, she brings extensive experience in writing and social media management for content creators and community organizations. Sophia develops and executes Volunteer Wellington's fundraising and communications strategies. She also focuses on building and nurturing relationships with potential and existing donors, supporters, and stakeholders. Sophia is enthusiastic about ensuring Volunteer Wellington secures the financial support it needs to continue serving the community.

Karen is Professor of Tourism Management at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington and has over 25 years’ researching the management of volunteers in areas as diverse as corporate volunteering, tourism and events, health and emergency management. In 2019 Karen was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for services to volunteering and education. She is a previous Chairperson of Volunteering New Zealand and is on the Board of Wellington College. A long-time supporter of Volunteer Wellington through International Volunteer Managers Day events and the Mahi Aroha Awards, Karen joined the Board in 2024.

Tracy joined the Wellington board in 2019. She brings experience in business development, marketing, and sales, with a strong focus in the IT sector. Tracy works with a range of organisations, from small to larger corporates, as well as in the government, health and not-for-profit sectors. She also has experience in leading fundraising and local community events. Tracy enjoys connecting people and enabling partnerships that drive collective success. She is a strong advocate for the benefits of volunteering, recognising its positive impact on both the community and the personal growth of volunteers. In her downtime, Tracy enjoys bush walks with her dog.

Wiremu is an experienced professional in the technology and health sectors, currently serving as a Client Director at Spark Health. He specialises in managing relationships with national not-for-profit organisations and also holds the role of Māori Health Lead, working alongside hauora Māori organisations to drive equitable outcomes through innovative technology solutions. A proud father to two young daughters, Wiremu is passionate about creating a positive future for his whānau and community. With strong ties to his iwi - Ngāti Tukorehe, Muaūpoko, Te Āti Awa, and Ngāi Tahu - he brings a cultural perspective to every aspect of his work.

Teana is a passionate advocate for youth voice and believes in the power of volunteering to create change in communities. Teana brings her experience working in the volunteer and youth development sectors. Starting her career in the volunteer services team at the Wellington City Mission sparked Teana’s passion to create opportunities for young people to volunteer and contribute to change. She then worked with Save the Children NZ setting up a national youth programme empowering and supporting youth to be heard by decision makers. Teana is delighted to be on the board and supporting the mahi Volunteer Wellington does.

Nicola is the Chief Information Officer at Crown Law. She has over 25 years’ experience in working in the technology industry in both the public and private sectors in New Zealand and overseas. She is passionate about the difference that high quality technology and information can make to business outcomes. After being a Trustee on the board of her children’s school for a number of years she was keen to contribute to the important work of Volunteer Wellington and is thrilled to be able to join the Board in 2021.

Joy is a Special Counsel in the Real Estate Team at DLA Piper New Zealand. Joy advises private and public sector clients on commercial property, including leasing and developments. Joy has over 20 years’ experience as a lawyer, including over 14 years in commercial property. and eight years as legal counsel at Fire and Emergency New Zealand / New Zealand Fire Service where she advised on a range of matters including commercial, property, resource management, privacy, risk and operational functions and powers. Joy joined the Volunteer Wellington board in 2020.