Head of Community Services

At Whānau Āwhina Plunket, we have the privilege to support families and help children in Aotearoa to get the best possible start in life.

Were seeking a Head of Community Services to join our team in Wellington, Auckland or Christchurch on a permanent, full time basis. Regular travel around the motu will be a key part of building connections in this role.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

Heres your chance to create lasting impact across Aotearoa by leading a well-established, dedicated team committed to making a lasting impact in our communities. Youllbe responsible for overseeing Whānau Āwhina Plunkets community-based programmes, ensuring they are high quality, sustainable, and grounded in the needs of the diverse communities we serve.

Your mahi will span strategy, leadership, oversight of services we deliver and performance. That includes coaching a team of leaders, overseeing nationally funded projects, and ensuring alignment with broader organisational priorities. Youll be a key member of our Service Delivery leadership team, contributing to an integrated approach across functions and contracts.

Your influence will also help others to see the true value of community services — internally, by supporting teams to recognise the impact and potential of this mahi, and externally, by building relationships with funders and stakeholders who can help grow and sustain it.

He kōrero mōu| About you

Known for your strategic mindset and calm, confident leadership, you bring business development experience at a senior level, preferably with experience in the Community, NGO, or Health sectors. Youve built high-performing teams, delivered on plans, and worked closely with diverse communities to drive meaningful, measurable change.

People often describe your leadership style as clear, collaborative and values-driven. You can lead through complexity, bring diverse voices to the table, and coach others to step into their full potential. With skills in financial and operational management, youre confident developing plans, managing budgets, and ensuring services are delivering both impact and value.

Youre also someone who can influence and connect — building trust with internal teams, external partners, and funders alike. Whether advocating for whānau-led solutions, promoting the benefits of our community programmes, or securing support for new initiatives, you bring others along with you through clarity, purpose and respect.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

If youre seeking to work for an organisation that values improving society, join us at Whānau Āwhina Plunket. In line with our values, we believe in caring for our people, to support your wellbeing and ongoing professional growth.

• The ability to schedule your mahi in a way that will support work and life balance
• Various wellbeing schemes such as an annual Wellbeing day
• Retail discounts and discounted childcare
• Fitness Passport - discounted membership options at local fitness facilities

Me pēhea te tuku tono| How to apply

To view the position description or to apply for this role please refer to www.plunket.org.nz/careers. For further information, please contact HR@plunket.org.nz

Applications close 4th June 2025. Please note, we will be considering applications as they are received and if we find a suitable candidate, we may close this advert early.

Whānau Āwhina Plunket is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of pēpi, tamariki and their whānau/family. We have committed to adopting a pro-equity approach where we give life to the Treaty principles of tino rangatiratanga, partnership, active protection, equity and options in our mahi/work to ensure healthy tamariki, confident whānau and connected communities. This journey is creating exciting career opportunities - If you would like to contribute to the important mahi we do, nau mai, haere mai.

Permanent Full Time

Job no: 2025-21965

Location: West Auckland, Auckland City , Counties Manukau , Wellington-Wairarapa, National Support Office, Auckland Region, Christchurch, East Auckland, Auckland - North Shore

Closing Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Information :

• Company : Plunket
• Position : Head of Community Services
• Location : Auckland City, Auckland
• Country : NZ