Community Engagement Manager - Palmerston North
Company Description
Ko wai mātou - About us:
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.
Job Description
He aha te tūranga – About the role
The Community Engagement Manager plays a pivotal role in strengthening Hato Hone St John's presence and impact across Manawatū-Whanganui, Taranaki, Wellington and Wairarapa, East Coast, and the Lakes districts.
Reporting to the Regional Manager – Community Engagement and guided by the General Manager – Community Engagement, you will lead a team of Community Engagement specialists, collaborate with Area Committees, and work across the wider Community Health teams and Hato Hone St John network to deliver impactful, sustainable, and health-focused community development initiatives.
As a volunteer-centric organisation, we value and support our Tūao (volunteers). You will play a crucial role in promoting and integrating our Volunteer Sustainability Strategy, Mahi Aroha, and supporting best practices in volunteer recruitment and management.
This role requires regular travel, so a full, clean driver’s licence is essential.
Key responsibilities:
Provide leadership, direction, and support to the Community Engagement team, including Community Engagement Coordinators (CECs) and Community Engagement Administrators (CEAs), ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective community impact.
Act as the primary liaison between Hato Hone St John and Area Committees, helping to identify community needs and promote existing programmes.
Lead the development of new initiatives and partnerships that strengthen local community health and well-being.
Support and empower Area Committees to achieve key milestones and ensure their alignment with organisational strategy.
Evaluate Area Committee performance and provide guidance to enhance impact.
Build and maintain positive, proactive relationships with key stakeholders, including volunteers, community leaders, and partner organisations.
Contribute to the development and execution of Hato Hone St John’s Community Health & Engagement (CH&E) strategies, including annual impact plans, budgeting, and forecasting.
Qualifications
Ko wai koe – About you
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and influence others.
Experience in community development and engagement, ideally across a geographically diverse region.
An understanding and appreciation of the vital role volunteers play in strengthening communities.
Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
Financial acumen, with experience in budgeting and forecasting.
An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori and Te Reo is desirable, we will support ongoing learning and development in this area.
Additional Information
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click "I'm Interested" before applications close on Sunday 16th February 2025.
For further information please contact Sara Symons on +64 9 526 0528 x 8783.
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.
E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rerekētanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou I ngā whakaaro rerekē, kia mahi pai I roto I ngā hāpori katoa. Ko tā mātou nei haepapa, kia hanga tētahi āhuru mōwai mā tatou, kia mahi haumaru ai.
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 kōrero.
