Meet the Chief Executive

Jeff Sanders
Jeff Sanders is the Chief Executive for Barnardos New Zealand.

Jeff was the Chief Executive of Relationship Services Whakawhanaungatanga, for eight years. Prior to Relationship Services, Jeff led Wesley Community Action in Wellington and held a number of senior management roles in IHC. Jeff has also held roles in Government organisations and the Methodist Church.

Jeff brings to Barnardos an extensive experience in the community sector, considerable relationships with key Government agencies, strong leadership, relationship management and team building skills, and a track record of partnering with others and across cultures.





Testimonials

Childrens Contact Service

"If it hadn't been for the help of the Children's Contact Coordinator I'd have walked out. I've stayed with it, and now have a much better relationship with my kids."
- Father who sees his children through Children's Contact Service