Volunteer Coordinatorat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)70,956 - 91,307
Volunteer Coordinator Permanent, full
-time roleBased at Spring Hill Corrections FacilityWork for a values-led organisation that makes a difference Mō te tūnga | About the roleEvery 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 relationships with those volunteers who support and encourage the rehabilitation, reintegration and wellbeing of tāne in our care.
Mōu | About you We are looking for a team player.The ideal applicant will be someone with exceptional communication and relationship building skills, with 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 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.
Ngā painga | The benefitsThe salary range is $70,956- $91,307 per annum.
Mō mātou | About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa
- Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve.
We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.Tono ināianei | Apply NowTo submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency- applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.Applications close on: Friday 30 January 2026.If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact madeleine.stapleton@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.