Centre Manager

Details of the offer

English Language Partners is a not-for-profit, award-winning education provider with NZQA category 1 endorsement, that has been providing English language programmes and settlement services to adult migrants and former refugees throughout New Zealand for over 40 years.
With 21 centres spanning from Whangarei to Invercargill, our dedicated team of 330 staff and 800 volunteers annually supports around 8,000 learners. We are passionate about supporting former refugees and migrants participate successfully in all aspects of life in Aotearoa New Zealand and we are looking for your help to achieve this.
Who you are
You are values led and believe in working to make a difference in people's lives. Naturally organised, operational logistics comes easily to you and you enjoy the challenge of getting all the pieces of the puzzle to fit. You are a "connector" who enjoys interacting with a wide range of people and making the links between them.
As an experienced people manager, you know how to get the best out of a team and are not afraid to tackle the hard stuff. You are practical, empathetic and adaptable in your management approach. People describe you as 'high energy' and you get a kick out of making things run better, smoother, faster and simpler!
You enjoy working alongside people from diverse backgrounds and are driven by making a real impact and having fun doing so.
What you'll be doing

Managing the day-to-day operations of a large English language centre covering Rotorua region.
This involves overseeing the delivery of a variety of group English language programmes, including all the operational aspects involved in running a business such as planning, reporting, marketing, finance, fundraising and business development.
Stakeholder and community liaison is another key part of the role, you'll be connecting with local businesses, educators, ethnic communities and other community groups to ensure your centre is attracting and meeting the needs of learners in the area.
Inspiring and leading a team of 8, comprised of one part-time Operations Support and 7 part-time teaching staff and 18 volunteers, to service around 150 learners each year.
Permanent part-time, 25-30 hours per week, central Rotorua location.

Is this you?

Proven experience in organisation management/ general management (5+ years) preferably in the community/not-for-profit sector.
Tertiary qualified in a relevant discipline such as management, not-for-profit management, business studies. A qualification in TESOL, adult education is highly desirable.
Competent IT user with strong project management, financial management and analytical skills.
Knowledge of/experience working in ESOL, Education and/or working with former refugees and migrants.
Strong people management and relationship building skills.

What we offer
ELPNZ is a friendly and inclusive workplace with a culture of continuous improvement. It is a place where your own potential will be nurtured as you work alongside a passionate and talented group of educators committed to helping former refugees and migrants learn English and effectively settle in New Zealand.
To apply:
Visit our website at www.englishlanguage.org.nz/vacancies to view the full Job Description and fill out the application form. Please note: All applications must be submitted through our website to be considered.
To make a confidential inquiry and learn more about this position, email ******.
Applications close at 5pm Wednesday, 13 November 2024. We are likely to conduct interviews with successful candidates on Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th November 2024, in Rotorua.
Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand and are currently residing here – NZ citizenship, permanent residency or a valid NZ work visa and be residing in New Zealand.
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