Community Services And Development Jobs in Christchurch

The world is fast changing, and the needs of whānau raising tamariki have changed dramatically in recent years. Our community services provide supplementary support to our clinical teams to support holistic whānau wellness, provide helpful services and supporting stronger community bonds.

We have an exciting opportunity for passionate and experienced Community Services Manager to join our team and lead the implementation of our strategic vision across Canterbury, West Coast and Nelson/Marlborough. This is a permanent part time role working 4 days a week.

While our preference is that this role in based in Christchurch, we will consider applications from the Canterbury region.

Te Whiwhingamahi | The Opportunity

Step into a rewarding leadership role as a Community Services Manager, where you’ll lead passionate teams in delivering vital community services across the region. This role offers you the chance to shape the future of service delivery, ensuring that our services meet local needs and align with Plunket's broader strategic vision. Your leadership will be key in driving performance, accountability, and high-quality, culturally safe services that make a real difference for whānau and communities.

In this role, you’ll foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within your team. Working with your colleagues and the Head of Community Services, you’ll develop and implement strategies to ensure services are responsive, sustainable, and aligned with the needs of your communities. You’ll take ownership and drive initiatives that create lasting change for the people we serve.

Building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders—including iwi, government agencies, health sector partners, and NGOs—will be crucial to the success of your team. You’ll work to integrate services, meet operational targets, and ensure that financial and performance outcomes are achieved.

He kōrero mōu| About You

We’re looking for someone who is not only strategic but also positive and motivated with a "can-do" attitude. You will be able to work autonomously, managing both the day-to-day needs of the role and the longer-term strategic direction. You’ll cultivate meaningful internal connections and create a collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.

You will also be/have:

• A tertiary qualification (diploma or above) in Community Services, Education, Social Services, or extensive leadership/management experience.
• Proven leadership and management experience, with a track record of developing and delivering services
• Experience in stakeholder management and building strong relationships with community groups, and external partners.
• Strong financial and budgetary management skills in a non-profit or charitable context.
• A passion for community development and ensuring services are equitable and accessible to Māori, Pacific, Asian, and other priority populations.
• You will also need a full NZ Drivers Licence as regular travel will be part of this role.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou| What We Offer

In line with our values, we believe in caring for our people, to support your wellbeing and ongoing professional growth, we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements – work from home and the office
• Wellbeing initiatives, including a Wellbeing day (use one of your sick leave days to proactively care for your wellbeing)
• Retail discounts and discounted childcare (15% off with BestStart).
• Support for your cultural competence development through various programmes.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation.

Me pēhea te tuku tono| How to Apply

Applications must be made online by 9 March 2025.

If you have any specific questions about this mahi, you can reach out to our team be emailing HR@plunket.org.nz.

Please note, we will consider applications as they are received and may close this advert early if we find a suitable candidate.

He huanui oranga mo ngā mokopuna whakatipuranga roto i ngā hapori heke iho, heke iho

Setting the path of wellness in our communities for the early years, for generations to come

Whānau Āwhina Plunket is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of pēpi, tamariki and their whānau/family. We have committed to adopting a pro-equity approach where we give life to the Treaty principles of tino rangatiratanga, partnership, active protection, equity and options in our mahi/work to ensure healthy tamariki, confident whānau and connected communities. This journey is creating exciting career opportunities - If you would like to contribute to the important mahi we do, nau mai, haere mai.