Area Committee Member

Ko wai mātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885. As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.

He aha te tūranga - About the role:

We are looking for dedicated volunteers to join the Coromandel Area Committee to help drive local initiatives and create a lasting impact. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your skills and ideas to strengthen the committee, supporting community health, wellbeing, and volunteer engagement. 

We welcome interest from all community members who are passionate about making a difference. We especially value contributions from those with strong iwi connections, but everyone with a heart for community involvement is encouraged to join. Your involvement will support and guide Hato Hone St John’s mahi, helping ensure our Area Committee reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

As an Area Committee Member, you will:

• Support local community health and wellbeing initiatives
• Work with other community leaders and organisations to connect, collaborate, and find solutions
• Help promote and support Hato Hone St John volunteers in the region
• Take on a key portfolio role within the committee
• Represent your community’s needs and help shape local health equity initiatives

No prior experience is required - just a passion for your community and a willingness to contribute. You'll receive great support and guidance from our Community Engagement team to ensure you have everything you need to succeed in this rewarding role.

Ko wai koe - About you:

We’re looking for people who:

• Are passionate about the health and wellbeing of local communities and interested in how Hato Hone St John can make a difference.
• Understand, or are open to learning about, Equity for Māori, with a commitment to growing personal cultural competence.
• Have strong local connections and excellent communication and networking skills to expand community reach and engagement.
• Think creatively, collaborate effectively, and build partnerships both within and outside the organisation.
• Have strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to work well in a team.

Area Committee Members must be 18+ years and reside within the Coromandel or have a strong connection to the area.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

For further information please contact Sara Symons and 0800 STJOHN extension 8783.

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 rerekētanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai.  E āwhinatia e mātou I ngā whakaaro rerekē, kia mahi pai I roto I ngā hāpori katoa.  Ko tā mātou nei haepapa, kia hanga tētahi āhuru mōwai mā tatou, 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.