Volunteer National Youth Programme Leadership and Development Manager Casual Primary Location: Canterbury Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885.
As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.
This role is open to Hato Hone St John members only.
This newly created position provides an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic volunteer to join the National Youth Leadership Team (NYLT), reporting to theYouth Strategic Development Manager, and contributing to the improvement of the programme.
In this role, you will lead National Portfolio Officers, overseeing Youth Leadership Development, Leader Training, Teaching and Learning, and Penguin Programme, portfolios.
You will advocate for these areas nationwide, ensuring that quality leader development for both young and adult leaders is prioritised across Aotearoa.
Additionally, you will support these areas at the NYLT level, and collaborate closely with Portfolio Officers to address issues, align initiatives with programme goals, and foster a cohesive approach to leadership development within the programme.
This role can be based in any city within New Zealand.
You will be expected to attend the monthly NYLT meetings online, and may be invited to attend quarterly in-person NYLT meetings as needed.
Key responsibilities include: Lead and support National Portfolio Officers, ensuring consistent high standards in Youth Leadership Development, Leader Training, Teaching and Learning, and the Penguin Programme across Aotearoa Develop and maintain positive relationships with members and stakeholders, providing clear communication to foster continuous improvement and achieve programme goals Oversee recruitment, facilitate regular training, and promote engagement of volunteers, ensuring effective induction, performance feedback, and retention Contribute to the development and implementation of the National Strategy, advocating for portfolio areas at the National Youth Leadership Team level Manage portfolio budgets, promote business continuity, and contribute to building resilient, safe, and healthy workplaces through risk management and teamwork Ko wai koe - About you: To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within the Youth Programme, with skills in managing geographically spread volunteer teams Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle complex issues effectively Knowledge of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application for St John in the community and healthcare environment will be advantageous; otherwise, a strong commitment and willingness to engage in training and education to develop in this area is essential Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, demonstrating flexibility, resilience, and a positive attitude Commitment to St John Core Values, with a strong "can-do" attitude and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively A strong team player with commitment to contribute to the business planning, delivery and development Competency in Microsoft Office and a Level 2 First Aid certificate Previous St John Youth managerial knowledge / experience preferable Me pehea te tuku tono - How to apply Click "I'm interested" before applications close on Sunday 20/10/2024 For further information please contactElena Liang, Recruitment Experience Advisoron 0800 ST JOHN for a confidential discussion.
At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.
If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.
Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn't match the job description perfectly.
If you're excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you!
Even if your experience doesn't align 100%.
Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a korero.
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