Holiday Programme Manager

Devonport Community House Inc; Devonport-Takapuna; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Devonport Community House Inc in Devonport, Auckland, seeks a Holiday Programme Manager to plan, coordinate, and deliver the OSCAR Holiday Programme for 5-13-year-olds, ensuring a safe, inclusive and engaging environment.

Working with the House Manager, you will lead staff, manage schedules, approve activities, and ensure licensing and MOSD OSCAR standards are met. The role demands strong organisation, communication and a commitment to child wellbeing and whanau involvement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged children.
• Experience coordinating or supervising an OSCAR/school holiday programme.
• Experience leading and supporting staff.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem solve and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Creative, enthusiastic and adaptable.
• Current Police Vetting clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain or renew).
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Develop a varied and engaging holiday programme for children aged 5-13 with diverse interests and backgrounds.
• Submit the programme to the House Manager for approval at least five weeks prior to each holiday programme.
• Book activities and facilitators once programme approval has been received.
• Purchase programme resources and materials within the approved budget.
• Prepare staff rosters and confirm daily staffing requirements.
• Coordinate and lead the daily programme, including planned activities and child-led opportunities.
• Maintain a safe environment for children, staff and visitors at all times.
• Ensure children are appropriately supervised in accordance with the OSCAR Programme Supervision Manual.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, caregivers and staff.
• Oversee recruitment for Holiday Programme staff, including advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, reference checking and onboarding.

Skills

Child engagement

Staff supervision

Program planning

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

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Devonport Community House Inc - Devonport, North Island

The Holiday Programme Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of the Devonport Community House OSCAR Holiday Programme. The role ensures the programme provides a safe, inclusive, affordable and engaging environment where children aged 5-13 years can learn, play and participate in a wide range of high-quality activities. Working closely with the Community House Manager, the Holiday Programme Manager oversees the day-to-day operation of the programme, leads and supports programme staff, ensures compliance with all Ministry of Social Development OSCAR standards and licensing requirements, and fosters a positive, welcoming and child-centred experience for children and their whānau.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a varied and engaging holiday programme that caters for children aged 5-13 years with diverse interests, abilities and backgrounds
• Submit the programme to the House Manager for approval at least five weeks prior to each holiday programme
• Book activities and facilitators once programme approval has been received
• Purchase programme resources and materials within the approved budget
• Prepare staff rosters and confirm daily staffing requirements
• Coordinate and lead the daily programme, including planned activities and child-led opportunities
• Maintain a safe environment for children, staff and visitors at all times
• Ensure children are appropriately supervised in accordance with the OSCAR Programme Supervision Manual
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, caregivers and staff
• In partnership with the Community House Manager, oversee the recruitment process for Holiday Programme staff, including advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, reference checking and onboarding

About you

• Experience working with school-aged children
• Previous experience coordinating or supervising an OSCAR or school holiday programme is preferred
• Experience leading and supporting staff
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to problem solve and make sound decisions under pressure
• Creative, enthusiastic and adaptable
• Current Police Vetting clearance (or willingness to obtain) and other required children's workers safety checks
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain or renew)
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand

About us

Devonport Community House was first established in 1979 and is now located in an Auckland Council owned building in Clarence Street, Devonport. It is an incorporated society and registered charity governed by a volunteer committee serving the Devonport peninsula. The vision of the House is to be a place that fosters community, its purpose is to provide a framework for the organisation of activities and facilities designed to promote the overall wellbeing and enjoyment of the community. The House's values are connectedness and collaboration, responsiveness and inclusivity, and well-being for all.