Programme Lead - North Shore, Auckland

Overview

• Lead life-changing programmes that empower rangatahi across Aotearoa
• Inspire the next generation through mentoring, enterprise, and adventure
• Play a key role in a trusted youth development organisation with nearly 100 years of impact
• Youthtown is growing — and we’re ready to do more for young people across Aotearoa.

With nearly a century of experience, we’re one of New Zealand’s most trusted youth development organisations. Now we’re entering an exciting new chapter, bringing bold and innovative programmes to more communities so rangatahi can discover their strengths, grow their skills, and thrive in every part of life.

We’re looking for a passionate and dynamic Programme Lead to help bring this vision to life.

What you’ll do

In this hands-on role, you will lead and deliver life-changing programmes that grow confidence, resilience, and essential skills in young people. From youth mentoring to after-school and holiday programmes, outdoor adventures to sports programmes, you’ll create experiences that ignite potential and open doors to new opportunities. You’ll also lead our Youth Employability Programme, equipping rangatahi with the tools, skills, and confidence they need to step into the world of work and thrive in their future careers.

Working directly with rangatahi, schools, and community partners, you’ll ensure every programme is values-led, inspiring, and unforgettable. This is a permanent full-time role (40 hours per week), based at our Marlborough Park office with programme delivery across Auckland. Flexibility is key, as some sessions may run in the evenings or weekends.

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring energy, empathy, and a proven ability to connect with young people. You’re a skilled communicator and facilitator who thrives in both programme delivery and team leadership. You know how to juggle logistics with frontline engagement and how to inspire belief in what young people can achieve.

Experience in youth development or education is an advantage, but what matters most is your drive to empower rangatahi. You’ll also bring strong relationship-building skills with schools, partners, and community stakeholders.

A full, clean NZ driver’s licence (with at least 2 years’ driving experience) is essential.

What you’ll bring

With experience leading programmes or working in youth-focused environments, you’ll bring a natural ability to inspire and connect with rangatahi. You’re confident managing both people and projects, balancing programme logistics with hands-on delivery, and adapting to the needs of young people in the moment. You thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment and bring flexibility, resilience, and initiative to everything you do. You’re culturally responsive, purpose-led, and passionate about creating opportunities that empower young people to be their best.

Why Youthtown?

Joining the Youthtown whānau means contributing to a team that’s dedicated to empowering young people and communities across Aotearoa. We offer a supportive and inclusive workplace, backed by a comprehensive range of employee benefits including Birthday Leave, Wellbeing Leave, access to Employee Assistance Programme, and a structured Wellbeing & Engagement programme. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment that values continuous learning, personal development, and genuine connection alongside colleagues who share your passion for making a difference.

APPLY NOW

If you’re confident in developing, implementing and delivering programmes for young people, we want to hear from you!

We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in so apply now!

Applications : Click on the application link and attach your CV and cover letter. We really love reading your cover letters so make sure you don’t forget this step!

Note that Youthtown is committed to Child Protection and the safeguarding of children and young people in our care. It is our expectation that all staff will operate in a way that reflects this intent and the intent of the Vulnerable Children Act (2014) to improve the well-being of vulnerable children. Appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check.

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