Volunteer Assistant Divisional Manager Cromwell

Company Description Company Description Ko wai matou - 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 Description

Job Description

He aha te turanga - About the role :

Reporting to the Divisional Youth Manager you will assist in providing leadership, direction and support to Youth Leaders and members in our Cromwell Youth division. A team player with well-honed organisational skills, you will help to ensure the delivery of a high quality program which enhances the personal development of its members, whilst helping to identify the potential in individuals.

About the role :

Assist to ensure the leadership team is aware of and has access to required and available resources

Help with administration, developing newsletters, consent forms, etc

Support the division in actively working toward the goals set out in the Regional Business Plan

Promote attendance at required courses, meetings, and training workshops, and contribute toward ensuring information and training is shared within the division

Encourage involvement in competitions, events, community services, recreation activities and involvement with other divisions at district and regional level

Ensure all activities are suitable, relevant, and of course, loaded with fun and adventure for all participants, whilst taking care to ensure they are in line with Hato Hone St John policy

Encourage and support the development for Youth succession planning

St John's Youth Programme provides young people with the experience to gain confidence, empathy, life, health and leadership skills - offering a fantastic opportunity for them to experience new things and of course ... have fun! Our vision is to become the youth development programme of choice in Aotearoa; in the outcomes for young people, quality of delivery and connection with the community.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you

Some key requirements :

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Strong organisational, planning and time management

An aptitude for working with a diverse demographic group e.g., age, culture, background

An active team player with a keen interest in working with young people

Have a natural talent for thinking and working outside the square

Must be able to use a computer and have access to the Internet and E-Mail

Contribute a minimum of two hours per week to the role and attend overnight camps from time to time

Additional Information

Additional Information

Me pehea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click "I'm interested" before applications close on 20 October 2025

Queries may be directed to Hiring Manager Justine Anderson via [email protected], or to Recruitment Team on 0800 ST JOHN

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 pohiritia nei e matou, te whanau o Hato Hone St John, nga rereketanga o ia tangata ki te haramai. E awhinatia e matou i nga whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i nga hapori katoa. Ko ta matou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tatahi ahuru mowai ma tatou, kia mahi haumaru ai.

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 korero.