Director Migration Employment

Job Category: Executive & Strategic Management, Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical
Director Migration Employment Fixed Term until 30 September 2025 Part Time, 30 hours per week Salary circa $155,017 (total remuneration for full time equivalent). Pro rata salary circa $124,013 (total remuneration for 30 hours per week) At New Zealand Red Cross, we are here for humanity.
In this role, you'll be part of the National Migration Team and wider Migration Group.
This group supports former refugees and vulnerable migrants through several programmes including mental health services.
This is a fixed term role until 30 September 2025, with the possibility of an extension.
While we prefer our ideal candidate to be based in Wellington, we are open to conversations with candidates that are located outside of Wellington.
In this role you will: Lead and support the Migration Employment Directorate through government contract delivery and ensuring long-term success.Manage and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and delivering on the Migration Employment Directorate's objectives.Contribute to New Zealand Red Cross's strategic direction, business planning, financial sustainability, and performance monitoring.Drive initiatives that promote a positive and inclusive organisational culture, aligned with New Zealand Red Cross's values and goals.Oversee contract management, budgeting, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and efficient use of resources.Collaborate with senior leadership and other Directorates to support interdependent objectives and achieve organisational goals.To thrive in this role, you will have: Strong understanding of employment processes, particularly for refugees and vulnerable migrants.Proven experience in leading change processes and navigating complex, dynamic environments.Ability to manage significant budgets and remote teams, ensuring performance outcomes.Expertise in building and nurturing effective relationships and strategic partnerships.Skilled in problem-solving, strategic thinking, and challenging the status quo to drive innovation.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on cultural sensitivity and collaboration.About New Zealand Red Cross New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 10,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.
Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.
We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential.
We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.
Why work with us? At New Zealand Red Cross, you'll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.
We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment.
Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.
Our benefits include: Five weeks annual leave.Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance.We also encourage employee networks, including Takatapui and Rainbow Network, Ropu Hapai Maori and the Green Team, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.
Application Process: Click below to download the job description and to apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button to be taken to the New Zealand Red Cross Careers page.
All applications MUST be submitted online which requires uploading the below details: A recent copy of CV/ResumePassportLegal Right to Work In New ZealandYou must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job.
Applications close at 05:00 pm on 12/02/2025. If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Sue Price on 027 512 1781. Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.

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