Youth Volunteer First Aid Officer

Ko wai mātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, our 11,000-strong team of kaimahi and volunteer works 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:  

This role is open to Hato Hone St John members only. 

We are excited to be looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support maintenance of national standards for first aid competency within Hato Hone St John Youth. Reporting to the National First Aid Officer, you will play a key role in driving positive impact! Clinical qualifications are not a requirement, more important is your passion for the Youth programme and first aid standards. 

This role can be based in any city within New Zealand. You will be expected to hold a minimum of Divisional Youth Leader appointment during your term as a portfolio officer and attend a minimum of three divisional nights each term. This fixed-term appointment will be for three years, with the opportunity to renew for an additional three-year term, if uncontested.

Key responsibilities include:

• Implement and maintain national first aid standards, ensuring competency and consistency across the programme
• Support the development and implementation of divisional first aid resources
• Collaborate Clinical Education, Public First Aid, and Community Education to ensure first aid standards are uniform across the organisation
• Facilitate the Youth in Events Pathway
• Oversee Camp Medical Officer standards
• Organise district competitions for clinical tests
• Coordinate with other portfolio officers and the regional office to support regional-level events
• Work with district youth managers to ensure all youth leaders achieve a minimum Level 2 first aid certificate

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Ability to lead and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders to maintain high standards in first aid
• Subject matter expertise in first aid
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively convey complex issues both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, demonstrating flexibility, resilience, and a positive attitude
• Commitment to St John Core Values, with a strong "can-do" attitude and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• Knowledge of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application for St John in the community and healthcare environment will be advantageous; otherwise, a strong commitment and willingness to engage in training and education to develop in this area is essential
• A strong team player with commitment to contribute to the business planning, delivery and development
• Competency in Microsoft Office and a Level 2 First Aid certificate
• Previous St John Youth managerial knowledge / experience preferable  

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close at on Friday 12 June 2026

Queries may be directed to National Youth Programme Standards Manager at [email protected] or the Recruitment team on 0800 ST JOHN

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.