OSCAR Holiday Programme Manager (Kids 5–13)

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

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.