Anahera

Anahera Foley-Paama

Full Stack Developer · Auckland, NZ

I blend curiosity and code to build digital experiences that are as beautiful as they are impactful.

About

After years of developing creative strategies in the digital fundraising space, working with charities across New Zealand and Australia, I discovered a passion for coding that led me to transition into web development.

Now, as a Full Stack Web Developer, I’m constantly learning new ways to bring bright ideas to life through code, solving real-world problems along the way. My current project involves learning Astro to build and refine my portfolio, allowing me to explore new technologies and continue growing.

I’m deeply committed to creating a more inclusive, accessible, and sustainable future for both people and the planet. When I’m not coding, you’ll likely find me tending to my plants or hunting for the perfect vintage furniture find.

Projects

Here are some of my recent projects. I'm always working on something new, so check back often!

  • pawpals

    Started as a personal project, I collaborated with four others to develop an app that connects pets with local pet-friendly events for our final group project at Dev Academy Aotearoa.

    • typescript
    • react
    • tailwind
    • sqlite
    • knex.js
    pawpals

  • Personal website

    Welcome to my portfolio! This site showcases my projects, skills, and experience. I used this project as an opportunity to learn a new JavaScript framework, Astro.

    • Astro
    • JavaScript
    • CSS
    Personal website
View Full Project Archive

Experience

After years of strategy and creative solutions in the non-profit space, I recently made the leap into full stack web development.

  • Jun 2024 - Oct 2024

    Graduate · Dev Academy Aotearoa

    Built full stack web apps in solo and group projects using Agile methodologies. Worked on planning, development, deployment, and version control with Git. Participated in regular stand-ups, retrospectives, and code reviews. Further developed communication skills through active listening, feedback, and managing difficult conversations.

    • typescript
    • javascript
    • react
    • node.js
    • express
    • sqlite
    • superagent
    • supertest
    • vitest
    • git
    • tailwind
    • html
    • css
    • figma

  • Dec 2023 - May 2024

    Digital Fundraising Strategist · Donor Republic

    Led optimisation of digital campaigns, applying data analysis to refine targeting and improve performance across platforms like Facebook Ads and Google Ads. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies, manage budgets, and implement solutions that increased donor engagement and retention—skills directly transferable to project management and optimisation in tech roles.

    • figma

  • Feb 2022 - Dec 2023

    Digital Fundraising and Events Manager · SPCA New Zealand

    Led a team of three to raise $1m annually across Digital, Events and Community Fundraising. Transformed a legacy event into a digital peer-to-peer fundraiser, increasing participation by 480% and revenue by 53%. Developed and optimised user journeys and digital touchpoints, improving UX and driving a 10% income boost. Demonstrated leadership, UX/UI design, and strategic planning.

    • css
    • sass
    • html

  • Mar 2020 - Feb 2022

    Digital Fundraising Developer · Cancer Society New Zealand

    Designed and built national fundraising websites, engaging 95,000+ users and raising $4.8 million in 12-months. Focused on delivering seamless user experiences, ensuring brand consistency, and troubleshooting challenges during COVID-19. Strong experience in web design, user journey optimisation, and collaboration with diverse and remote teams.

    • css
    • sass
    • html
    • View Full Résumé