Volunteer Youth Member Leadership Development Officer

Job title: Volunteer Youth Member Leadership Development Officer

Company: St John


Job description: Company DescriptionKo 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 DescriptionHe aha te tūranga – About the role:This role is open to Hato Hone St John members only.This newly created position offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic volunteer to contribute to and support youth leadership development within St John Youth. Reporting to the National Youth Member Leadership Development Officer, you will play a key role in driving positive impact!This role can be based in any city within New Zealand. You will be expected to hold a minimum of Divisional Youth Leader appointment during your term as a portfolio officer and attend a minimum of three divisional nights each term. This fixed-term appointment will be for three years, with the opportunity to renew for an additional three-year term, if uncontested.Key responsibilities include:

• Support the ongoing review and update of Youth Leadership Development Training (YLDT) content, processes, and resources
• Lead the nomination process for YLDT participants
• Assist district leadership teams with pre- and post-course processes, including coursework
• Provide support to appointed mentors for YLDT
• Collaborate with other portfolio officers and the regional office to deliver training sessions
• Facilitate the delivery of inter-regional YLDT courses, ensuring consistency and quality across regions

QualificationsKo wai koe – About you:To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Ability to lead and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders to uphold high standards in youth leadership development
• Subject matter expertise in youth leadership development, demonstrating knowledge and experience in this area
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively convey complex issues both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application for St John in the community and healthcare environment will be advantageous; otherwise, a strong commitment and willingness to engage in training and education to develop in this area is essential
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, demonstrating flexibility, resilience, and a positive attitude
• Commitment to St John Core Values, with a strong “can-do” attitude and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• A strong team player with commitment to contribute to the business planning, delivery and development
• Competency in Microsoft Office and a Level 2 First Aid certificate
• Previous St John Youth managerial knowledge / experience preferable

Additional InformationMe pēhea te tuku tono – How to applyClick “I’m interested” before applications close on Sunday 26 January 2025Queries may be directed to National Youth Member Leadership Development Officer at or National Youth Programme Leadership & Development Manager atAt 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 rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou, kia mahi haumaru ai.If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment processResearch 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.

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Location: Auckland

Job date: Tue, 07 Jan 2025 03:46:38 GMT

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