Posted 20 August, 2026
Team Leader Volunteer Programme
New Zealand Red Cross
Wellington, WGN, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 8baeb7f2751a4949
Job Description
Job Category: Community Services and Development Team Leader Volunteer Programme (Pathways to Settlement) Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Flexible Location: This position is a national role and can be located in any Red Cross Settlement locations The Team Leader is responsible for programme coordination and continuous development. The Team Leader manages a remote team of regional Volunteer Trainers and supports local volunteer programme staff in 8 settlement locations. The Team Leader is part of the National Migration Team. The role contributes to development of volunteering within Red Cross, working with partners across the organisation to ensure NZRC volunteer development reflects best practice. In this role you will: Manage a remote team of trainers and oversee the volunteer training Lead and continuously develop a national volunteer programme (including communications, feedback and reporting, operational processes) Support Volunteer Programme Leads and Coordinators to enable quality volunteer experiences across 8 settlement locations Contribute to National Migration Team projects and cross organisational initiatives To be successful you will have: Tertiary education in a relevant field Experience building partnerships and working collaboratively Experience working with volunteers Skills delivering training or group facilitation Knowledge and understanding of refugee settlement in NZ, or other relevant cross cultural experience A commitment to the Fundamental principles of the International Red Cross Movement About New Zealand Red Cross New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 13,000 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 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. 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 24/08/2026. Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early. #J-18808-Ljbffr