Volunteeer Co-ordinator - Mt Eden Corrections Facility

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Permanent full-time position based at Mt Eden Corrections Facility in Auckland's CBD.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Every day the work we do creates a diverse range of opportunities for both our people and for tāne in our care.

The Volunteer Coordinator helps to support our Hōkai Rangi strategy through intervention opportunities, made available to the tāne at our site, with the support of volunteers in our community. In this role you will be accountable for the identification of volunteer resource needs, the subsequent sourcing of appropriate volunteers, and the crucial role of building and maintaining the relationships those volunteers who support and encourage the rehabilitation, reintegration and wellbeing of wāhine in our care.

Mōu | About you 

First and foremost, we are looking for a team player, someone with exceptional communication and relationship building skills, the ability to problem solve and communicate across all levels within the organisation and the wider community.

Ideally, applicants will bring the following: 

• A well-grounded background in the recruitment and management of volunteers.
• A “can-do” attitude and self-starter with skills to tackle all aspects of running the volunteer services
• Sensitivity to the needs of a client base with diverse cultural needs and expectations.
• The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with both custodial and non-custodial staff.
• Excellent administration and co-ordination skills and ability to work to tight deadlines.

This role is challenging and diverse and requires the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and groups.

A full NZ drivers' licence is essential to be eligible for this role.

Utu ā-Tau | Salary and Benefits

Salary Range is $68,456 to $88,648. The mid-point is $78,023.

We offer a professional and progressive environment, continuous learning and development opportunities, access to Regional Staff Welfare Coordinators, Cultural support, Maori & Pasifika Networks along with EAP, insurance and banking packages, selected retail store discounts, and free yearly health checks. 

Mō mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu. 

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi (https://arapoutama.page.link/Eit5 .

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success, and we would love to hear about your motivation for applying for a role with us, your passion for recruitment and your WHY for wanting to join our Team in your cover letter.   

It is an exciting time to join us as we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau.  All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. 

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at northernrecruitment@corrections.govt.nz.

Applications close on Monday 4^th November 2024.