October 17, 2024

Hato Hone St John

Whangarei

FULL TIME

Community Engagement Coordinator

Company Description
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; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.

Job Description
He aha te tūranga - About the role:
Reporting to the Community Engagement Manager, the Community Engagement Coordinator acts as a key local relationship holder in the local communities. You will support 13 Area Committees (AC), across the Northland district, as well as Community Health and the wider Hato Hone St John. You will facilitate and support the delivery of high quality, sustainable health focused community development projects, initiatives and events throughout an assigned District to meet community needs. Travel is required therefore a full clean driver's license is essential.
Key responsibilities include:

Support the Community Engagement Manager (CEM) to provide an effective interface between Hato Hone St John, AC and the local communities
Assist the CEM to support local AC through the transition process to enhance community presence under the model of community engagement
Foster a collaborative approach to local community support, and cultivate vibrant partnerships through supporting the delivery of high quality, sustainable, equitable, geographical and cultural reach of Hato Hone St John and Community Health programmes and services
Develop and maintain proactive and positive local stakeholder relationships that consistently exemplify and promote Hato Hone St John
Promote and assist in achieving local fundraising objectives, maximise funding opportunities identified at the regional level in collaboration with the CEM and Fundraising team
Support AC with planning, promotion and grant applications for new and existing community initiatives

Qualifications
Ko wai koe - About you:
To be successful in this role, you will have:

Experience in community engagement, with a solid understanding of community capability

Experience in collaborating with volunteers and recognise the significant role volunteers play in enhancing community capability and resilience
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Possess an innovative mindset, actively seek areas for improvement, and remain open to sharing and collaborating within the team
Strong communication skills, including active listening skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and collaborators
Adaptability to quickly respond to changes and a flexible approach to meeting varying community needs
Ability to work independently, while maintaining a high level of collaboration, remaining open to suggestions and feedback
Excellent organisational and time management skills, including the ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities with a positive attitude, consistently delivering high standards and outputs
An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi is essential
Strong skills in MS Office along with the ability to interpret financial reports
A full clean New Zealand driver’s license

Additional Information
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Sunday 3rd November 2024
For further information please contact Cheru Pillay Recruitment Experience Advisor on 027 215 0197 for a confidential discussion.
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 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 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.