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.

Reporting to the District Operations Manager (DOM) and as a member of the District Leadership Team, the Volunteer Support Manager (VSM) will lead and manage the implementation of sustainable and effective volunteering initiatives in the Central East district. In collaboration with the National Operations Manager - Ambulance Volunteering, the National Operations Manager - MIST and the wider District Leadership Team, the VSM will ensure the continued success and effectiveness of operational volunteering in the area. 

As the Volunteer Support Manager (VSM), you will also be responsible for supporting the Major Incident Support Teams (MIST) and the management of the MIST Managers, who will report directly to you.

This role is 40 hours per week and includes limited personal use of a marked, response capable vehicle. 

We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for leading volunteers and supporting managers of volunteers, who understands the contribution that volunteering makes to Hato Hone St John. You will need the vision, knowledge, and practical experience to develop and implement a volunteer strategy, with the ability to build credible relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure our volunteers contribution is developed, recognised and supported.

The successful candidate must hold a Hato Hone St John First Responder qualification. (This may be achieved within six months of appointment)

In addition to your interest in leading volunteers, it would be beneficial to have an understanding of onboarding systems and processes. You should also be skilled in problem-solving and be able to collaborate effectively with the national VSM team and the broader District Leadership Team. There will be key objectives aligned to the role including planning for National Volunteer week, and supporting volunteering that aligns to the Mahi Aroha and Rautaki Waka Manaaki strategies and helping with direction for Central East. 

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Monday, 7th October 2024. 

Queries may be directed to Tanya Jeffery, Recruitment Experience Advisor at 027 566 1310.

Please note: all appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including, but not limited to psychometric and cognitive assessments, physical assessment and health check. This does apply to current members as well. For clinical operations roles where you are required to drive, you will be required to meet Hato Hone St John medical standards. 

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.