September 23, 2024

Hato Hone St John

Christchurch

OTHER

Community Engagement Support Volunteer

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
The Community Engagement Support Volunteer provides additional support to the Community Engagement team and Area Committees, so that they are able to deliver on their aspirations and objectives to support their local community and complete the business as usual activities required to ensure the Area Committee runs effectively.

Completion of administrative tasks - such as preparing documentation for Area Committee meetings, handling mail/ correspondence.
Responding to customer / community enquires.
Overseeing local property requirements - such as cleaning, ensuring appropriate stores, organising maintenance and venue bookings.
Supporting implementation of new services or initiatives.
Involvement in local events o Supporting existing programs and volunteers as directed.

Qualifications

Relevant practical experience working in or with Charity/NGO/community development sector (desirable).
Demonstrated understanding of the valuable contribution volunteering makes to building community capability and resilience.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Excellent communication skills, including listening skills; able to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and collaborators.
Good computer and keyboard skills - MS Word, Outlook and Excel; able to support digitisation to streamline processes/practice to benefit staff, volunteers and stakeholders (where required).

Additional Information
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply
Click "I'm Interested" for further information please contact Ariane Schmidt-Monk on +64 9 526 0528 x 8208.

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.