People & Culture Manager

Presbyterian Support East Coast (PSEC) provides $15M cost of social services to local people each year with the help of over 200 staff and 100 volunteers. Our Enliven and Family Works services support disabled people to have good lives and choices, children, whānau, and older people to make positive changes in their lives.

At PSEC, we value our most significant asset: people who lead social change with courage, care and aroha. Due to retirement, we are seeking a People & Culture Manager to lead PSEC people and culture functions and contribute to the achievement of strategic objectives.

As People & Culture Manager you will lead and contribute towards creating a positive workplace culture that supports employee wellbeing. Reporting to the GM Support Services, the People & Culture Manager supplies strategic advice and assistance in recruitment, remuneration, and performance management. Oversight and management of compliance matters including employment, privacy, health & safety is a key part of this role. PSEC has comprehensive policies and procedures in place which are managed by the People and Culture Manager.

You will excel in:

• Establishing and fostering effective working relationships and collaborative partnerships
• Managing confidential information with responsibility and integrity.
• Handling emotional situations with empathy
• Influencing a positive, innovative and highly engaged employee culture with employee's wellbeing in mind.
• Organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage complex and competing priorities effectively.
• Leading innovation and improvement

You will require necessary qualifications and experience:

• Human Resource Management qualification or 3+years significant equivalent experience in senior HR leadership including industrial and employment relations.
• Proven skills in leading and supporting organisational change

We believe in supporting our teams with wellness initiatives, including paid wellness days, and we offer a competitive remuneration package along with the following:

• Southern Cross Health insurance plus a discounted option for immediate family members
• Ongoing support and professional development opportunities
• An outstanding work culture
• Autonomy and the chance to be an innovative leader.

To be successful, you will have:

• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide expert advice and guidance.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and other relevant software.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

To request a full Job Description, please get in touch with Jo Wilkinson: [email protected] or for any questions relating to the role, contact Sanja Majstorovic, CEO, on 027 7555 787 Presbyterian Support East Coast is not an accredited employer; only applicants already eligible to work in New Zealand need apply.

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Applications close 11 July 11:59pm.