Property Change Lead
Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2027
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Wellington
NZRC offers a total remuneration approach of $95,443.00 for this role, which comprises of base salary as well as employer contribution to KiwiSaver. While remuneration rates are set to reflect that we are a humanitarian not for profit organisation, we believe our employee leave provision and flexible working arrangements, provide a highly rewarding work experience.
About the role – Kōrero mō te tūranga
At New Zealand Red Cross, we’re looking for someone who’s passionate about creating spaces that support essential services—and this role offers you the chance to have a lasting, meaningful impact.
The Property Change Lead will bring their experience developing, managing and delivering property change projects as well as a strong capability for ensuring they are delivered in partnership with the people impacted by the change. In addition, your knowledge of maturing property and facility frameworks to support future projects would be valuable.
In this role you will:
- Lead end to end property change projects and oversee property change initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery while supporting impacted teams throughout the transition
- Engage with internal and external providers, such as IT, suppliers, landlords and contractors, to ensure projects are staged effectively and business continuity is maintained
- Foster strong stakeholder relationships by collaborating with internal communications teams to delivery timely updates and ensure transparency throughout each project
- Proactively identify and mitigate risks, ensuring all projects adhere to health, safety and regulatory requirements
- Manage budgets and actively lead the development of property and facility frameworks and guidelines
Who are we looking for? – Mā wai te mahi nei?
To be successful you will have:
- Degree level education
- Minimum 2 – 3 years experience leading property change initiatives, including office fit-outs, relocations and renovation projects
- Experience in developing detailed project plans and transition strategies
- Demonstrated ability to deliver and embed property changes that align with stakeholder needs and orgnaisational goals
- Experience in managing facilities in office or operational environments with an awareness of ESG improvement initiatives
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities with a proactive, solution-orientated approach to challenges.
- Comfortable working autonomously, taking initiative and driving projects forward with minimal supervision
About New Zealand Red Cross
New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 10,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.
Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.
We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.
Why work with us?
At New Zealand Red Cross, you’ll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.
We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment. Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.
Our benefits include:
- Five weeks annual leave
- Career development opportunities
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance
We also encourage employee networks, including Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori and the Sustainability Network, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.
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Please submit your application online, as we’re unable to accept direct applications. Your application must include the following documentation:
- A recent copy of CV/Resume
- Legal Right to Work In New Zealand
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 25/05/2025
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Mark Saunders at mark.saunders@redcross.org.nz
Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.
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