Volunteer Youth Member Leadership Development Officer

He aha te tūranga - About the role:  

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

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic volunteer to contribute to and support youth leadership development within St John Youth. Reporting to the National Youth Member Leadership Development Officer, you will play a key role in driving positive impact!

This role can be based in any city within New Zealand, with preference given to applications in Central Region. 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:

• Support the ongoing review and update of Youth Leadership Development Training (YLDT) content, processes, and resources
• Lead the nomination process for YLDT participants
• Assist district leadership teams with pre- and post-course processes, including coursework
• Provide support to appointed mentors for YLDT
• Collaborate with other portfolio officers and the regional office to deliver training sessions
• Facilitate the delivery of inter-regional YLDT courses, ensuring consistency and quality across regions