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Volunteer Capability Partner
Non-profit - Volunteer
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Full Time
Blind Low Vision NZ
Job Description
Wellington | Permanent/Full-time
Title: Volunteer Capability Partner - Wellington
Job Type: Permanent/Full-time
Location: Wellington
Closing date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Mō mātou | About Us
Blind Low Vision NZ is the leading national provider of vision rehabilitation services for people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision. Now more than ever, the opportunities are here to make a real difference for people with sight loss, and you’ll help us achieve our vision of empowering New Zealanders who are blind, deafblind or low vision, to live the life they choose. As well as supporting individuals, we seek to make big-picture change by advocating for inclusive communities and for optimal eye care services for all New Zealanders. We have a rich history stretching back to 1890 and as we continue to connect people with sight loss to expert staff and their peers, we also continue to be one of New Zealand's most trusted and iconic not for profit organisations.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
We are excited to be growing our National Volunteer Team and are looking for a Volunteer Capability Partner to join us, based in Wellington. Volunteers are central to how we deliver our services, supporting the independence of people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision across Aotearoa.
Building on the strong progress of our national volunteer strategy, we are now moving into a phase of scaling up volunteering across the motu. This role plays an important part in that ongoing work, helping to strengthen how we recruit, place, and support volunteers, while enabling teams across BLVNZ to do this confidently and consistently.
As Volunteer Capability Partner, you will lead and coordinate specialist volunteer recruitment in partnership with teams across the organisation, matching skilled volunteers to meaningful opportunities that support our clients. You will also work alongside staff to codesign and build capability, embed good practice, and support the effective delivery of volunteering services nationwide.
You’ll be part of a passionate and collaborative national team within the People Team, operating as a Centre of Excellence and working in partnership with stakeholders across the organisation to support the planned and sustainable growth of volunteering
This is a hands-on, influential role that combines strategic oversight with operational delivery, where you will:
Lead and deliver targeted recruitment approaches to attract skilled and specialist volunteers
Develop strong community and sector partnerships to grow a sustainable volunteer pipeline
Partner with teams across BLVNZ to enable effective volunteer onboarding, compliance, support, and retention
Support teams to embed consistent systems, processes, and best practice to support scalable volunteering services
Use data and insights to inform planning, improve processes, and support decision-making
Support the implementation of new and evolving volunteer services, ensuring they are set up for success
Collaborate on quality assurance, monitoring, reporting, analytics, and continuous improvement
Ko wai koe | About you
You are a confident and collaborative relationship builder who enjoys working in partnership with others to achieve shared outcomes.
You have a strong understanding of volunteer management and recruitment, particularly in specialist or skilled volunteer contexts. You bring a structured, process-driven approach, balanced with creativity and initiative and thrive in complex stakeholder environments.
You will have:
Minimum of three years’ experience in volunteer management, recruitment or HR management experience
Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership skills
Experience with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.
Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online tools.
Confidence working with systems, data, and reporting to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
A genuine commitment to best practice volunteering, inclusive and people-centred practice, and positive volunteer experiences
Confidence engaging and partnering with a wide range of stakeholders
Experience attracting, assessing, or placing people into roles, including skilled or specialist positions
Strong organisational and process thinking, with the ability to bring structure and clarity
This role requires regular travel around the Wellington Region and other locations across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Ngā painga | What we offer*
5 weeks of Annual Leave
Flexible working options available
1 Day of Birthday Leave and 1 Wellbeing Day
Health and Wellbeing Allowance
Eye Test and Prescription Lens Reimbursement
Access to 70+ discounts with businesses across the country
And many more!
conditions apply
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
This is a great opportunity to join an organisation that is truly passionate about helping their clients, while also offering rewarding career opportunities, great staff benefits, and a flexible work environment where possible! As we strive to be a for purpose organisation, our staff take an active interest and participate in fundraising and volunteer opportunities.
To show an interest in this position, submit a formal application through our Careers Portal. Should you have any questions, please contact our Recruitment Team - recruitment@blindlowvision.org.nz
Joining Blind Low Vision NZ means being part of a whānau that values and celebrates the unique contribution each individual brings. We encourage suitably qualified individuals who are blind, have low vision or any other disability to apply. We aspire to increase the representation of a diverse workforce within our organisation. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people, providing a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be their true selves. We are dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and continue to develop our understanding and implementation of the principles through all aspects of our work.
You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand to apply for this position.
Closing date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Title: Volunteer Capability Partner - Wellington
Job Type: Permanent/Full-time
Location: Wellington
Closing date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Mō mātou | About Us
Blind Low Vision NZ is the leading national provider of vision rehabilitation services for people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision. Now more than ever, the opportunities are here to make a real difference for people with sight loss, and you’ll help us achieve our vision of empowering New Zealanders who are blind, deafblind or low vision, to live the life they choose. As well as supporting individuals, we seek to make big-picture change by advocating for inclusive communities and for optimal eye care services for all New Zealanders. We have a rich history stretching back to 1890 and as we continue to connect people with sight loss to expert staff and their peers, we also continue to be one of New Zealand's most trusted and iconic not for profit organisations.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
We are excited to be growing our National Volunteer Team and are looking for a Volunteer Capability Partner to join us, based in Wellington. Volunteers are central to how we deliver our services, supporting the independence of people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision across Aotearoa.
Building on the strong progress of our national volunteer strategy, we are now moving into a phase of scaling up volunteering across the motu. This role plays an important part in that ongoing work, helping to strengthen how we recruit, place, and support volunteers, while enabling teams across BLVNZ to do this confidently and consistently.
As Volunteer Capability Partner, you will lead and coordinate specialist volunteer recruitment in partnership with teams across the organisation, matching skilled volunteers to meaningful opportunities that support our clients. You will also work alongside staff to codesign and build capability, embed good practice, and support the effective delivery of volunteering services nationwide.
You’ll be part of a passionate and collaborative national team within the People Team, operating as a Centre of Excellence and working in partnership with stakeholders across the organisation to support the planned and sustainable growth of volunteering
This is a hands-on, influential role that combines strategic oversight with operational delivery, where you will:
Lead and deliver targeted recruitment approaches to attract skilled and specialist volunteers
Develop strong community and sector partnerships to grow a sustainable volunteer pipeline
Partner with teams across BLVNZ to enable effective volunteer onboarding, compliance, support, and retention
Support teams to embed consistent systems, processes, and best practice to support scalable volunteering services
Use data and insights to inform planning, improve processes, and support decision-making
Support the implementation of new and evolving volunteer services, ensuring they are set up for success
Collaborate on quality assurance, monitoring, reporting, analytics, and continuous improvement
Ko wai koe | About you
You are a confident and collaborative relationship builder who enjoys working in partnership with others to achieve shared outcomes.
You have a strong understanding of volunteer management and recruitment, particularly in specialist or skilled volunteer contexts. You bring a structured, process-driven approach, balanced with creativity and initiative and thrive in complex stakeholder environments.
You will have:
Minimum of three years’ experience in volunteer management, recruitment or HR management experience
Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership skills
Experience with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.
Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online tools.
Confidence working with systems, data, and reporting to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
A genuine commitment to best practice volunteering, inclusive and people-centred practice, and positive volunteer experiences
Confidence engaging and partnering with a wide range of stakeholders
Experience attracting, assessing, or placing people into roles, including skilled or specialist positions
Strong organisational and process thinking, with the ability to bring structure and clarity
This role requires regular travel around the Wellington Region and other locations across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Ngā painga | What we offer*
5 weeks of Annual Leave
Flexible working options available
1 Day of Birthday Leave and 1 Wellbeing Day
Health and Wellbeing Allowance
Eye Test and Prescription Lens Reimbursement
Access to 70+ discounts with businesses across the country
And many more!
conditions apply
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
This is a great opportunity to join an organisation that is truly passionate about helping their clients, while also offering rewarding career opportunities, great staff benefits, and a flexible work environment where possible! As we strive to be a for purpose organisation, our staff take an active interest and participate in fundraising and volunteer opportunities.
To show an interest in this position, submit a formal application through our Careers Portal. Should you have any questions, please contact our Recruitment Team - recruitment@blindlowvision.org.nz
Joining Blind Low Vision NZ means being part of a whānau that values and celebrates the unique contribution each individual brings. We encourage suitably qualified individuals who are blind, have low vision or any other disability to apply. We aspire to increase the representation of a diverse workforce within our organisation. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people, providing a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be their true selves. We are dedicated to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and continue to develop our understanding and implementation of the principles through all aspects of our work.
You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand to apply for this position.
Closing date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
