Senior People and Projects Partner

He huanuiorangamongā mokopuna whakatipuranga roto ingāhaporihekeiho, hekeiho – Setting the path of wellness in our communities for the early years, for generations to come.

At Whānau Āwhina Plunket, we support tamariki and whānau to thrive. As Aotearoa’s largest provider of services supporting the health and wellbeing of pēpi, tamariki and their whānau, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and strategic Senior People and Projects Advisor to join our People and Culture team. This is a full-time fixed term position until September 2027. Reporting to the Head of People, this role combines senior business partnering with the opportunity to lead and deliver organisation wide people initiatives that strengthen capability, culture and performance.

This is a role for someone who enjoys thinking strategically while remaining hands-on, building trusted relationships and driving meaningful change across a complex and purpose-driven organisation.

Te Whiwhingamahi | The opportunity

As our Senior People and Projects Advisor, you'll partner with senior leaders across the organisation to shape and deliver people strategies that support our kaupapa and organisational goals.

Working closely with leaders and colleagues across the People and Culture team, you'll translate strategy into practical outcomes, leading initiatives that enhance engagement, capability, workforce planning and organisational effectiveness.

In this role, you'll:

• Partner with senior leaders to provide strategic and operational people advice
  

• Lead and deliver organisation-wide people projects and change initiatives
  

• Use workforce data and insights to inform planning and decision-making
  

• Provide expert employment relations advice and support leaders to manage people matters effectively
  

• Coach and influence leaders to build capability and strengthen people leadership
  

• Contribute to the development and delivery of the People Workplan
  

• Support organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives
  

• Mentor and provide guidance to a People and Projects Advisor
  

• Champion pro-equity approaches and culturally responsive practices throughout the organisation
  

This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact while working alongside a passionate and collaborative People and Culture team.

He kōrero mōu| About you

You'll be an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment and enjoys partnering with leaders to achieve meaningful outcomes.

You'll bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience
  

• At least five years' experience in a senior HR or People partnering role supporting senior leaders
  

• Strong employment relations expertise, ideally within a unionised environment
  

• Experience designing and delivering people initiatives across complex organisations
  

• Proven success building trusted relationships and coaching leaders
  

• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
  

• Confidence using data and insights to drive decisions and influence outcomes
  

• Sound knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice
  

• A genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, pro-equity and culturally responsive practice
  

• A passion for supporting people and creating positive workplace experiences
  

Most importantly, you'll embody our values of Māia, Tūhono, Manaaki and Māhaki, and be motivated by the opportunity to help create healthier futures for tamariki and whānau.

Ngā hua mahi o TeWhānau Āwhina | What we offer

At Whānau Āwhina Plunket, we know you'll do your best mahi when you're well supported. Alongside meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer:

• Additional wellbeing days to proactively support your health and wellbeing
  

• Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance
  

• Retail discounts including childcare, holiday homes, rental cars and more
  

• Access to Fitness Passport with discounted entry to a wide range of fitness facilities
  

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  

• Programmes to build cultural capability and support our pro-equity journey
  

• The opportunity to contribute to work that makes a lasting difference for tamariki and whānau across Aotearoa

   

Me pēheatetukutono| How to apply

Applications must be made online and close on Monday 29th June 

For specific questions, please contact HR@plunket.org.nz.

Please note, we will consider applications as they are received and may close this advert early if we find a suitable candidate – so don't delay, apply today!

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