Youth Employment Team
Jessie
Youth Employment Manager
Kia ora and ni hao, my name is Jessie. I’m a proud TweeWi (Taiwanese-Kiwi)! Originally from Taiwan, I’ve called Aotearoa home since 2002.
As Youth Employment Manager at Taiohi Tūrama, I work alongside taiohi, employers, educators, and community partners to create pathways into employment, education, and training. With a background spanning business, education, technology, and strategic partnerships, I’m passionate about helping people discover their potential and connect with meaningful opportunities.
Tash
Youth Worker Navigator
Ko Hikurangi te maunga, Ko Waiapu te awa, Ko Horouta te waka, Ko Ngāti Porou te iwi.
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Sfax
Youth Worker/Navigator
Kia ora! My name is Sfax, but I’m also known as Hani!
A bit about me, I was born and raised in Rotorua, moved to wellington where I studied Psychology, and ultimately found my passion for helping people!
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Claudia
Youth Worker/Navigator
Kia Orana I’m Claudia but you can call me Clauds!
I’m half New Zealand and half Cook Island!
I’m a Mum and a Wife and love spending my spare time hanging out with my little family, listening to music and doing art – drawing, painting and photography are my passion!
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Molly
Youth Worker/Navigator
Kia Ora, I was born and raised over in the Bay of Plenty. I completed my Bachelor of Science double majoring in Psychology and Criminology with Victoria University in Wellington. I have since enjoyed living in Rotorua, taking my dog for walks in the forests and to the lakes.
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Toni
Youth Worker Navigator
Kia Ora,
I am Toni,
My role at Taiohi Turama is Youth Worker Navigator in our Employment Team.
I was born in the Waikato and have been supporting young people into work across the Bay of Plenty for the past 4 years.
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Theresa
Youth Worker Navigator
Kia Ora, I’m Theresa. I’m part of the team at Taiohi Tūrama, where I support rangatahi on their employment journey and help them work towards their goals and what they want for their future. I’m Ngāi Tūhoe and Ngāti Raukawa. I was born in Wellington, raised in Ruatōki, and have called Rotorua home for the past 20 years.
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Ashden
Youth Worker Navigator
Nō Tararua ahau, kei te rohe o Manawatū
Nō Waikato ōku whakapapa, mā tōku koro
Ko Kakepuku te maunga, Ko Waipa te awa
Ko Ngāti Maniapoto tōku iwi
Inaianei, e noho ana au ki Te Puke
Ko Ashden Hemopo tōku ingoa
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Amor
Youth Worker Navigator
Ko Amor Tokona toku ingoa Youth Navigator born and raised in Wellington
Working with Rangatahi is an exciting and inspiring space to be in. Supporting Rangatahi to navigate their new journey into employment, training or further education.
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