About us
Human Resources New Zealand (HRNZ) is the professional body for human resources (HR) professionals. HRNZ is a not-for-profit membership organisation providing services and support for people who work in HR in New Zealand.
HRNZ delivers career defining experiences and leading edge tools to the NZ HR profession. We provide professional development opportunities, progression pathways, Chartered Membership and Accredited Professional certification and organise the HR Awards, HR Virtual Summits and the Future Workplace Forum.
We at HRNZ are passionate about unleashing the potential of the people that power NZ workplaces.
History
HRNZ was formed on 1 April 1999 as a result of the rebranding of the Institute of Personnel Management New Zealand (IPMNZ).
The parent body, IPMNZ, was established in 1985 as a result of a move away from the New Zealand Institute of Management. Previously the two bodies operated under the one broad umbrella. Different membership needs and requirements led to the establishment of a separate body focussed solely on the role of the human resources professional, and the advancement of that profession.
HRNZ continues this focus reflecting the realities of the contemporary human resources environment.
For further information about our history please email [email protected]
Our Purpose
The go-to organisation for tomorrow’s leading HR Professionals
At HRNZ, our vision is to serve as the unifying force driving excellence in New Zealand by unleashing the potential of people who power NZ workplaces. We are committed to becoming the go-to organisation for tomorrow’s leading HR professionals, delivering career defining experiences and leading-edge tools to the NZ HR profession. We aim to create a culture where a genuine passion for people drives organisations to achieve greatness. Through our dedication to excellence, we endeavour to grow the talent pipeline, tailor service delivery, and shape the future of work in New Zealand.
HRNZ has identified three key strategy streams to drive its mission:
Growing the talent pipeline
HRNZ is committed to growing the talent pipeline by increasing the quality of people coming into HR who have made a significant impact on the workforce. We aim to encourage employers to value HRNZ members, foster pride in the HRNZ brand and the profession, and facilitate connections among like-minded individuals for easier networking and collaboration. Through these efforts, we aim to elevate the overall professional status of HRNZ and its members.
Shaping the profession
HRNZ is dedicated to shaping the profession which includes understanding the emerging HR trends in the context of the NZ workplace, identifying the needs of each membership segment, and promoting HRNZ to grow and retain members. Through these actions, we aim to influence and advance the HR profession, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness in the evolving landscape of New Zealand’s workplaces.
Tailoring service delivery
At HRNZ we aim to deliver a tailored service delivery by collaborating with providers to design valued services, marketing these services to encourage uptake from both members and non-members, and delivering services through multiple channels. Through these efforts, we aspire to meet the diverse needs of our community effectively and efficiently, ensuring accessibility and relevance across various platforms and mediums.
Partnerships
HRNZ is pleased to partner with associations and organisations that help shape the profession by raising professional standards, and championing Human Resources as a profession.
HRNZ Partner Associations:
Asia Pacific Federation of Human Resource Management
Australian HR Institute - AHRI
Australasian Society of Association Executives - AuSAE
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development - CIPD
CPHR Canada - CPHRC
Health & Safety Association NZ - HASANZ
New Zealand Association for Training and Development - NZATD
World Federation of People Management Associations - WFPMA
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