Volunteer Support Manager
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Job Location:
Whangārei - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 Northland 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.
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.
Qualifications :
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 Northland.
Additional Information :
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click Im interested before applications close on Tuesday 27 January 2026.
Queries may be directed to Tanya Jeffery Recruitment Experience Advisor at or
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 were 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 doesnt match the job description perfectly. If youre excited and think you have what it takes we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesnt align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Communication skills
- Physical Examinations
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Grant Writing
- Music Therapy
- Memory Care
- Public Speaking
- Volunteer Management
- Writing Skills
About Company
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; supp ... View more
