Community Centre Manager

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Strathmore Park Community Centre – Strathmore Park, North Island A leadership role where strategy, people and community come together. Are you someone who can think strategically, build strong relationships and still enjoy sitting down for a cup of tea with someone from the neighborhood? We’re looking for an experienced and community-minded Community Centre Manager to lead a busy, welcoming community organisation and help shape its next chapter. This is a varied, hands-on leadership role. On any given day, you might be working with the Board on future priorities, meeting with a funder, supporting your team, developing a new community initiative, connecting with mana whenua or local partners, or simply spending time listening to the people who use the centre. At the heart of the role is a simple goal: helping create a strong, connected and thriving community . About the role You’ll lead a small team of four to five part-time staff, work alongside volunteers and be supported by a committed volunteer Board. You’ll have responsibility for both the day-to-day running of the organisation and its longer-term direction. That means we need someone who is comfortable moving between the big picture and the practical details – someone who can turn good ideas into action and bring people with them along the way. A significant part of the role is about being present. We’re looking for someone who enjoys being part of community life, building relationships and understanding what matters to local people. You’ll spend a good amount of your time on-site and occasionally attend community events outside normal office hours. You will: Work with the Board to develop, deliver and measure strategic and annual plans Support good governance through quality reporting, advice and coordination of Board meetings Lead and support staff and volunteers, creating a healthy, safe and inclusive environment Oversee employment matters, contracting, staffing and volunteer coordination Manage organisational policies, procedures and day-to-day operations Build meaningful opportunities for local people to participate in planning and shaping the centre Develop strong relationships with mana whenua, community groups, funders, government agencies and other partners Identify and pursue funding opportunities that support the organisation’s work and future sustainability Develop projects, events and services that respond to local aspirations and improve community wellbeing Ensure programmes and services are well delivered, relevant and making a difference About you You don’t need to have done this exact job before, but you will need to be an experienced leader who understands communities, relationships and the realities of running an organisation. Ideally, you’ll bring: At least three years’ experience in a management or leadership role, preferably within community services, the not-for-profit sector, local government or the public sector Experience working in community development, community centres or similarly connected environments Strong people leadership skills and the ability to get the best from a small team Confidence with budgets, financial reporting and organisational operations Experience building relationships with mana whenua, ensuring Māori voices are heard and valued, and supporting kaupapa Māori community initiatives A successful track record of identifying and securing funding The ability to manage several projects and priorities at once without losing sight of the bigger picture Strong relationship-building skills across diverse communities, government agencies, funders and external partners Confidence using everyday digital tools, including social media, websites, databases and standard office software A genuine commitment to community wellbeing and social impact An inclusive approach and a deep respect for the diversity of the people and communities you work alongside Most importantly, you’ll be someone who likes people . You’ll be comfortable listening, connecting, bringing people together and creating opportunities for others to contribute. This is a role for someone who wants to do more than manage an organisation. It’s an opportunity to help strengthen a community, grow what’s possible and make a tangible difference in people’s everyday lives. #J-18808-Ljbffr