Area Committee Chairperson

Ko wai mātou - About us: 

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, our 11,000-strong team of kaimahi work across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through our mahi in health education, access, and monitoring, we are making life-changing differences every day.

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

As Area Committee Chairperson you will provide leadership to a passionate group of volunteers working to enhance health and wellbeing in the local community.

You will lead the development and delivery of an annual Community Impact Plan, ensuring it reflects local needs and aligns with Hato Hone St John’s Community Health Strategy and regional priorities. Working closely with the Community Engagement Manager and reporting to the Regional Trust Board, you will guide the committee to deliver purposeful, community-focused initiatives that address inequities and strengthen local partnerships.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Leading and facilitating engaging, well-run committee meetings.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with iwi, community stakeholders, health providers and local networks.
• Championing Māori health equity and supporting meaningful iwi engagement.
• Overseeing the development and management of the committee’s annual budget in line with organisational policy.
• Ensuring effective portfolio leadership across the committee (e.g. Treasurer, Secretary, Property and Volunteer Welfare).
• Representing Hato Hone St John at district forums, community events and regional gatherings.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference in your community by connecting people, building partnerships and helping shape initiatives that improve community health and wellbeing.

Ko wai koe - About you:

You are a community-minded leader who is passionate about making a difference locally.

You will bring:

• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to guide, motivate and hold others accountable.
• Confidence chairing meetings and facilitating constructive discussion and decision-making.
• The ability to think creatively, work collaboratively and build partnerships across diverse groups.
• Experience in strategic planning and leading a team and/or significant project.
• An understanding of, or willingness to grow your capability in, Māori health equity and cultural competence.
• Comfort using email and online systems to support your role.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply 

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Sunday 8 March.

At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou, kia mahi haumaru ai.

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.