We're looking for a Group Welfare Manager to join our dedicated and committed Operational Readiness and Response Team. This is a permanent, full-time role, based in our Thorndon (Wellington) or Porirua office.
About the role:
The purpose of this role is to lead and coordinate the effective planning and delivery of formal assistance (emergency welfare support) to the region's communities when they are impacted by an emergency in the Wellington Region CDEM Group area.
Skills and experience required: Detailed knowledge of welfare roles, responsibilities and accountabilities, and how they inter-relate.Experience/understanding of both CDEM and welfare framework and arrangements at a national, regional and local level.Demonstrated ability to absorb information, analyse situations, take advice, formulate strategies and plans, then implement and evaluate outcomes.Capable of leading a team in ambiguity and to switch leadership style according to the situation.Experience in a high performing organisation or teams characterised by good planning, systems, and achievement.Strong presentation, negotiation, motivation, and advocacy skills.Proven experience leading a concept through to delivery.Strong organisational acumen and an ability to source, adapt, and implement best practice models to produce value for money outcomes.Able to respond calmly and positively to challenging events.What we offer: Work to suit your life and whanau with our flexible working policy.We'll encourage you to grow and prosper with a range of learning and development opportunities, internal secondments and career progression.Your wellbeing is our priority - we'll provide medical and trauma insurance, support through our employee assistance programme or Manawa Ora providers, generous annual and sick leave, along with Tangihanga leave and support.We want you to have a sense of belonging, where you can reflect your personal and cultural identity in the way that you work.Social clubs, staff networks and a friendly and inclusive culture.How to apply: Greater Wellington is proud to be a member of Diversity Works. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and welcome the unique talent and experience you will bring to our team.
We are passionate about ensuring our recruitment processes are fair and equitable. Please let us know if you have any accessibility needs or adjustments that need to be made so we can offer a recruitment process that is more accessible to you.
Click on the Apply link to view the job description and to apply for the role with a cover letter and CV.
For further information, please contact Team Leader, Operational Readiness and Response, David Russell 021 196 2073.
Applications close: 5.00pm, Monday 28 October 2024. However, we will be reviewing applications as they come and will interview as soon as possible to secure the right person.
The salary range for this position, inclusive of all benefits, is $88,601 to $132,901 with a midpoint of $110,751. Starting remuneration will depend on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.
All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand.
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