Senior Advisor – Rangatahi Engagement

Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Flexible location anywhere in Aotearoa New Zealand

We offer a total remuneration of $73,836 for this role, which comprises of a base salary of $71,685 as well as 3% 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 

In this role you will: 

The Senior Advisor, Rangatahi | Youth Engagement provides subject matter expertise and thought leadership organisation-wide on rangatahi engagement (ages 5–30) and experience. This, in turn supports our people leaders in implementing our youth engagement strategies, increasing youth representation and in attracting and engaging a diverse New Zealand Red Cross membership.

In this role you will act as the subject matter expert and thought leader on youth engagement, driving the development and implementation of effective strategies and plans

Build strong relationships, act as a connector and enabler between national and local teams and ensure alignment and collaboration on shared goals

Advocate for rangatahi voices through championing the inclusion, representation and empowerment of young people, particularly those from historically marginalised communities, within all levels of New Zealand Red Cross

Regularly engage with and advise young leaders, particularly in governance roles, to build capacity and support their roles.

Who are we looking for? – Mā‎ wai te mahi nei? 

If you know how to navigate ambiguity, connect with young people and champion their voices, have a deep understanding of te ao Māori, care about making youth engagement more inclusive and meaningful, and want to influence real change – this role is for you.

Our ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Drive and initiative to lead change within a complex organisation
• Excellent interpersonal skills that demonstrate honesty, integrity and ethics in all decisions and actions
• An emerging humanitarian leader who models integrity, challenges with respect and is comfortable having courageous conversations that support growth and accountability
• Sound understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, te ao Māori and tikanga Māori. Literacy in te reo Māori is highly regarded, but not essential.

This role requires occasional travel and the flexibility to work outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends as needed. A current, full, and clean driver’s licence is also recommended.

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 
• Cover Letter 
• 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 03/06/2025

If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Anna Laine at anna.laine@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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