Volunteer Divisional Youth Manager

Company Description

Ko wai mātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, we have nearly 12,000 kaimahi working across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through health education, access and monitoring, we make a life-changing difference every day. 

Job Description

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

A pivotal role in the Youth team, you will provide leadership, direction and support to Youth Leaders and members of the Ashburton Youth division. A team player with well-honed organisational skills, you will lead the development and delivery of a high quality program which enhances the personal development of its members. This will include planning of annual, term, nightly and lesson level - and of course the appropriate resources (ratio). 

About the role: 

• Effectively manage the Division to ensure a high performing team of Leaders and members
• Provide mentoring, development and people leadership to Assistant Divisional Managers, Youth Leaders and Cadet NCO's
• Contribute to annual, term, nightly and lesson programme planning
• Ensure Divisional involvement across all aspect of the Youth Program
• Actively engage in the delivery of Regional and District Level events as required
• Ensure implementation and adherence to all St John Policies and procedures (CPP compliance and reporting, issue management and escalation protocols)
• Make sure 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 St John policy

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

Ko wai koe - About you

Some key requirements:

• Proven leadership skills and a keen interest in working with young people
• A proven ability to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships
• An aptitude for working with a diverse demographic group e.g. age, culture, background
• You will most certainly be an active team player
• Have a natural talent for thinking and working outside the square
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• 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

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on 20 October 2026.

Queries may be directed 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 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 process.

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 kōrero.