National Community Services Manager

7 days ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Plunket Full time

At Whānau Āwhina Plunket, we have the privilege to support families and help children in Aotearoa to get the best possible start in life.

We’re seeking the support of a National Community Services Manager to join our team in Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch on a permanent, full time basis. Regular travel around the motu will be part of this role.

**Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity**

We’re expanding our Service Delivery team with this brand new leadership role, which will lead the development and performance of our Community teams, to ensure we can help whānau to reach their goals. Specifically, the role will be responsible for improving the sustainability of programmes, reporting and enhancing outcomes for communities.

It’s an exciting time to join Whānau Āwhina Plunket, the work we do is constantly evolving as we develop new and improved ways of doing things. Key priorities for this role include working with our Community Service Managers to develop programmes which align with our goals, the development of Plunket strategic plans in relation to Community Services, and establishing strong networks across the organisation as well as the wider health, community and social sectors.

**He kōrero mōu | About you**

You’ll be a results focused champion of continuous improvement with strong communication skills and the proven ability to lead and develop effective teams. Your commitment to Te Tiriti ō Waitangi and pro equity, excellent facilitation and presentation skills, and ability to guide others to navigate complex situations, will ensure that you add value.

You will also bring:

- A tertiary qualification in business or related discipline
- Extensive (8 years plus) experience in related field
- Proven commercial and business development experience at a senior level and/or in a management position, in a wide range of environments, preferably with exposure to the NGO, Health and/or Community sectors
- Demonstrated financial, project and people management skills

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer**

If you’re seeking to work for an organisation that values improving society, join us at Whānau Āwhina Plunket. In line with our values, we believe in caring for our people, to support your wellbeing and ongoing professional growth.
- The ability to schedule your mahi in a way that will support work and life balance
- Various wellbeing schemes such as a Wellbeing day: use your one of your sick leave days to proactively protect your well being
- Retail discounts

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply**

**Kotahi mano ngā rā hiki te oranga mo ngā whakatipuranga, i roto i ngā hapori**

In the first 1000 days setting the path of wellness in our communities, for generations to come.

Whānau Āwhina Plunket is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of pēpi, tamariki and their whānau/family. We have committed to adopting a pro-equity approach where we give life to the Treaty principles of tino rangatiratanga, partnership, active protection, equity and options in our mahi/work to ensure healthy tamariki, confident whānau and connected communities. This journey is creating exciting career opportunities - If you would like to contribute to the important mahi we do, nau mai, haere mai.



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