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Olive Stanley Appointed My Money Kete Coordinator at Ngā Tāngata Microfinance

February 14, 2025

Auckland, New Zealand – 14/02/2025 – Ngā Tāngata Microfinance is pleased to announce the appointment of Olive Stanley as the new My Money Kete Coordinator starting on 3rd of March, 2025. With an extensive background in financial wellbeing and leadership, Olive brings a wealth of experience to the role, reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to empowering individuals and whānau through financial education and support.

Prior to joining Ngā Tāngata Microfinance, Olive served as the Co-Director and Programme Manager for Mana Connections, where she successfully delivered the MC4 Youth Leadership Project before relocating to Australia. Her dedication to financial inclusion was further demonstrated during her nearly four-year tenure with Good Shepherd New Zealand, where she worked as a Financial Wellbeing Coach and later as a Projects Advisor – Financial Inclusion & Access.

Vijay Farley-Naiker, General Manager of Ngā Tāngata Microfinance, expressed enthusiasm for Olive’s appointment:

“We are delighted to welcome Olive Stanley to our team. Her extensive experience in financial capability, coaching, and programme development will be invaluable as we continue to grow and enhance the impact of My Money Kete. Olive’s commitment to empowering communities aligns perfectly with our mission, and we are excited about the contributions she will bring.”

As My Money Kete Coordinator, Olive will play a key role in delivering financial education initiatives that support individuals in achieving financial resilience and independence. Her expertise in working with diverse communities will be instrumental in shaping the programme’s future direction and effectiveness.

Ngā Tāngata Microfinance remains dedicated to providing fair and affordable financial solutions to New Zealanders, advocating for financial justice, and supporting communities through ethical lending and financial literacy programmes.

For more information, please contact:

Vijay Farley-Naiker
Kaihautu Matua | General Manager
Ngā Tāngata Microfinance
W:    www.ntm.org.nz
M: +64 21 762 796
E: vijay.farley.naiker@ntm.org.nz