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Written By Naomi Tong

We’re opening two spots for young adults under 30 to serve on key boards that help guide and shape our movement. This is not only a chance to share your voice within The Salvation Army, it’s also an incredible investment in your growth and leadership.

What are these boards?

Territorial Governance Board
Think of this as the big-picture team. They help guide the overall direction of The Salvation Army in Aotearoa NZ, Fiji, Tonga & Samoa. They make sure decisions line up with our mission, values, and future plans. It’s about strategy, accountability, and making sure we’re heading in the right direction. This is done through the covenanted relationship it has with the Rūnanga; embedding shared authority with Māori into the structure of The Salvation Army and upholding the promises of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi) within the movement.

Spiritual Life Committee
This committee focuses on the spiritual health of our movement. It promotes prayer, worship, and discipleship, and ensures that spiritual priorities remain central to all aspects of The Salvation Army.  

Who can apply?

  • Under 30 years old

  • A soldier of The Salvation Army

  • Able to commit for 12 months

  • Willing to complete the training provided

Find more information on the criteria and commitment needed here

Find more information on the process here

How to Apply

Send the following to nextgen@salvationarmy.org.nz by 8 February 2026:

  1. Your CV

  2. A short video (max 5 minutes) answering:

    • Who are you? Tell us a little about yourself.

    • Why do you want to be part of this opportunity?

    • How do you think being on this board would impact you—and The Salvation Army?

  3. A cover letter considering the following questions:

  • Describe the contribution you could make to TGB and its Committees?

  • Is there an opportunity that you have identified that could add to the strategic direction of The Salvation Army?

  • Provide the date you were enrolled as a soldier.

  • If you are a member of a Corps, please provide details of any roles you currently hold or have held and the date you joined The Salvation Army movement.

  • If you have any current or prior leadership positions, please let us know more about these.

A short list will then be provided to the interview panel, where further interviews will take place.

This is Tino Taonga in action. Young people’s voices valued, honoured, and embraced.

If you’re passionate about faith and leadership, we’d love to hear from you!

Naomi Tong
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