Change & Learning Lead

ABOUT US

SPCA is a respected New Zealand charity that has supported animal welfare since 1872. Each year it protects over 30000 animals through rescue rehabilitation shelter and advocacy. Our National Office supports all our services people and animals across our organisation.

ABOUT THE TEAM

We are a passionate and diverse team committed to advancing animal welfare and driving meaningful change. Our group includes improvement leads analysts project managers and change and learning specialists. We foster a positive inclusive and respectful workplace culture focused on delivering impactful solutions that support SPCAs long-term success.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Change & Learning Leadto join our team in Hobsonville Auckland.

TheChange & Learning Leadis responsible for designing and delivering effective change management and learning to enable successful delivery of the organisations transformation roadmap. As a member of the transformation team this role plays a critical part in building organisational capability by embedding structured change methodologies (e.g. ADKAR) developing role-specific competencies and delivering targeted learning and development programs. This role ensures that individuals and teams are equipped to adopt new ways of working enabling sustainable change and successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Change Management: Lead change conduct impact assessments and develop stakeholder engagement plans to support transformation initiatives.
• Learning & Development: Apply needs analysis to understand design and deliver scalable learning solutions aligned with transformation priorities.
• Capability & Culture: Align learning culture with organisational strategies and embed change practices into daily operations.
• Engagement & Collaboration: Build strong relationships across the organisation coach stakeholders and collaborate with HR Communications and Digital teams.

ABOUT YOU

You are a strategic thinker and experienced change & learning practitioner who thrives in dynamic environments. Youre passionate about enabling people through learning and driving sustainable transformation.

You will bring:

• 5 years experience in change management and/ or learning & development.
• 2 years experience in leadership coaching or mentoring roles.
• Proven success in technical implementation and project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-wide change and capability-building initiatives.
• Familiarity with ADKAR ADDIE and other relevant frameworks.
• Project management certification (e.g. AGILE PMP PRINCE2) is a plus.
• Strong facilitation communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A passion for people development and continuous improvement.

OUR PURRKS

• Be a part of the greater good and make a real difference to the welfare of animals across New Zealand
• Flexible work options WFH 2 days per week
• A paid day off on your birthday
• Onsite parking available (first in first served)

HOW TO APPLY
Excited to join the team Wed love to hear from you! Click Apply Now to visit our careers portal and submit your application. Please note that emailed CVs will not be accepted. Applications are reviewed as theyre received so dont wait apply today!

Want more details Head to our SPCA Join our team page and find the role to view the position description.

Applications for this role may be reviewed as they are received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!

We have a diverse inclusive and values driven culture at SPCA. We value a diverse work environment because teams are stronger with different perspectives and experiences so we welcome people from all walks of life to apply.

All applicants must possess the legal right to work in New Zealand either as a New Zealand or Australian Citizen or by holding a valid working visa.

Simply click Apply and complete our simple online application process*. Please contact if you have any additional questions.

*Only applications submitted through the official process will be considered.