George Taeiloa
Lower Hutt,New Zealand
Summary
I’m a grounded, people-first professional with over 10 years of experience supporting whānau through complex social and housing challenges. I’ve worked in roles across public and community sectors including MSD, DCM, Kāinga Ora, and World Vision - helping tamariki, rangatahi, and their whānau navigate difficult circumstances with dignity and support.
While I don’t hold a formal Social Work qualification, my mahi has consistently reflected the heart of social work -building trust, advocating for people, connecting them to the right services, and restoring hope. I bring deep cultural awareness, calm under pressure, and a drive to see real, lasting change for our most vulnerable communities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Housing Support Manager
Kainga Ora - Hutt Central Team
04.2024 - Current
- Lead high-risk tenancy and wellbeing support for vulnerable tenants, including families with Oranga Tamariki involvement and youth in justice pathways.
- Work alongside whānau through crisis—homelessness, violence, addiction, mental health—and build forward-moving support plans.
- Collaborate daily with Police, social workers, schools, health teams and NGOs.
- Known for my relational and restorative approach; often allocated the most complex tenancies.
Social Worker & Marketing Engagement
Downtown Community Ministry (DCM)
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Supported rough sleepers and homeless whānau to find secure housing and access health, addiction, and income support.
- Built deep trust with vulnerable communities, especially Māori and Pasifika.
- Provided trauma-informed support, harm reduction, and coordinated housing-first pathways.
Senior Partnerships Manager
World Vision New Zealand
06.2020 - 02.2023
- Led a national team of Youth Engagement Managers, overseeing strategy, development, and delivery of youth-focused initiatives.
- Spearheaded major national campaigns such as the 40 Hour Famine, engaging thousands of rangatahi in schools and churches to take action on global poverty.
- Organised and facilitated youth conferences in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, equipping young leaders with tools to advocate for justice and sustainable development.
- Managed strategic partnerships with iwi, schools, churches, and philanthropic donors.
- Built long-term relationships rooted in vision, trust, and shared outcomes—many of which continue to this day.
- Created events and content that empowered youth to lead conversations around justice, equity, and hope for the future.
Test Analyst, IT
Ministry of Social Development (MSD)
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality products by strictly adhering to project timelines.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that led to effective decision-making processes during project development phases.
- Developed test scripts and documented quality assurance protocols to ensure system functionality and successful project outcomes.
Housing & Emergency Housing Case Manager
Work & Income (MSD
06.2015 - 08.2018
- Managed urgent and complex housing cases, often supporting rangatahi and vulnerable young parents.
- Built strong connections with local landlords, support services, and community leaders.
- Worked alongside whānau to build budgeting skills, access supports, and secure sustainable housing.
- Helped reduce barriers to employment, mental health support, and youth-focused services.
Education
Christian Studies Level 5 -
Laidlaw College
Wellington, WGN12.2018
Public Sector Management Level 5 -
NZQA
Wellington, WGN11.2017
Skills
- Proven experience in frontline crisis response, case coordination, and wraparound support
- Strong relationship builder—trusted by communities, government agencies and frontline teams
- High cultural competency—particularly within Māori and Pasifika contexts
- Deep understanding of system navigation, statutory responsibilities, and public service ethics
- Calm and confident in challenging or emotionally charged situations
- Experienced in mediation, de-escalation, and building whānau-led plans
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Housing Support Manager
Kainga Ora - Hutt Central Team
04.2024 - Current
Social Worker & Marketing Engagement
Downtown Community Ministry (DCM)
02.2023 - 04.2024
Senior Partnerships Manager
World Vision New Zealand
06.2020 - 02.2023
Test Analyst, IT
Ministry of Social Development (MSD)
08.2018 - 06.2020
Housing & Emergency Housing Case Manager
Work & Income (MSD
06.2015 - 08.2018
Public Sector Management Level 5 -
NZQA
Christian Studies Level 5 -
Laidlaw College
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