June 2022 - Changes in the Dwell whānau

In February we welcomed Gabriela Montane as our new Tenancy Operations Manager. Gabriela moved to Wellington 15 years ago and has worked in the social and community services for most of that time. She was part of the Wellington City Council City Housing team before coming to Dwell. Her work there was focused on tenant welfare, and she later acted in a leadership role. Before City Housing, Gabriela worked with the resettlement team within Red Cross providing support to former refugees in the Wellington region. Gabriela has trained in Clinical Psychology and brings a wealth of expertise, experience and passion to our team. She is a mum of two and is fluent in Spanish. We are very lucky and grateful to have her with us on our journey.  

In June we welcomed Silvia Matonse to the role of Team Administrator - and superstar. Silvia found Dwell had the perfect combination she was looking for to put her skills and experience to the service of the community by making sure people are well housed. Silvia originates from Mozambique and trained there as a tax lawyer. She came to Aotearoa six years ago and worked as an administrator in New Plymouth before moving to Wellington with her family this year. She is a mum of two and is fluent in Portuguese. Again we are incredibly lucky to have her in our team adding to our diversity and rich commitment. Her baking abilities are highly appreciated as well!

New staff members Gabriela Montane (left) and Silvia Matonse