Management (Community Services & Development)Full time – 40 hours per week (32 considered for the right candidate)1 in 3. That's how many New Zealanders will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetimes. At the Southern Cancer Society, we're committed to making a meaningful impact in our communities through reducing the incidence and impact of cancer.One way we do this is by supporting individuals and their whanau through their cancer journey - we offer a range of services that provide practical and psycho-social support. With our current Southland Community Manager taking up an exciting new role elsewhere in our organisation, we now have a fantastic opportunity for YOU to lead the team that delivers these services, making a meaningful difference in our communities.Au Mahi - What You Will DoBased from our Invercargill Centre, as a Community Manager, you'll lead our client facing operations across the Southland region. You'll oversee:The team who engage with, advocate for and co-ordinate services for those affected by cancerWhanau support, community development and engagementYour days will be varied - you'll meet a lot of people and make connections with a wide range of community organisations.Mohou ake - About YouAt the top of our wishlist is that you have experience leading a team in a healthcare or community setting, can effectively manage operational activities to ensure quality service delivery, and have exceptional people and interpersonal skills. While experience in healthcare or community is highly desirable, we're open and keen to hear from suitably skilled candidates from other sectors.This role works directly with our community, so you'll have a level of comfort working in this space. Going hand in hand with this is the ability to connect and build relationships with a wide range of people. You'll be joining a team who are dedicated to supporting the community they live and work in. A full driver's licence is also a must.To be successful in this role you will be:Great at building successful, collaborative relationships with a range of individuals and teams including community providers and support networksMotivated, proactive and able to work autonomouslyAwesome at coordinating and motivating your team to improve outcomes for our clientsSkilled at identifying community needs with a strong client focusSound interesting? You know the drill - click apply to submit your details and, if you have any questions at all contact our People Experience team at: ****** the Southern Cancer Society, we are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value everyone's individuality and encourage kaimahi to bring their true self to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr