Christchurch | Fixed-term until June 2027
Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is entering an important period of change, with a new operating model being introduced across the organisation. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in supporting leaders and kaimahi through that transition, helping establish stronger connections, build capability and embed new ways of working.
Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national, for-purpose organisation providing mental health, addiction, disability, housing and community-based support services. With approximately 1,500 kaimahi across Aotearoa, the organisation is committed to supporting people and whānau to thrive.
Reporting to the National Manager Workforce Development, you will join an established, supportive team and contribute to the Connect and Enable workstream.
This is very much a hands-on opportunity. While you will bring the experience to design effective OD initiatives, you will be just as comfortable rolling up your sleeves and delivering them.
What You'll Be Doing
Working closely with leaders and teams across the organisation, you will:
You will be an experienced OD practitioner who brings sound judgement, creativity and a practical approach to your work.
You will have demonstrated experience supporting organisational change, ideally within a large or complex environment, and be confident working with leaders and teams through periods of transition.
We are particularly interested in your ability to:
A genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, inclusion and the diverse communities Emerge Aotearoa serves will be important.
Why Join Emerge Aotearoa?
This is an opportunity to contribute to a substantial programme of change within an organisation whose work makes a difference to communities across New Zealand.
You will work alongside an experienced, approachable leader who values trust, autonomy and fresh thinking, supported by a close-knit Workforce Development team.
Christchurch is the preferred location, with flexibility to work from home for up to two days per week once established in the role. The position is ideally full-time, although a four-day working week may be considered for the right person. Some domestic travel may be required.
Interested?
If you are an experienced OD professional who enjoys working with people, solving problems and making things happen, we would welcome a conversation.
For a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the Candidate Briefing Document, please contact Heather Ewing at Bishop Associates on 03 265 0667 or [email protected].
- Contribute to a significant programme of organisational change
- A hands-on OD role combining design, facilitation and practical delivery
- Join a collaborative, supportive team with flexible working options
Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is entering an important period of change, with a new operating model being introduced across the organisation. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in supporting leaders and kaimahi through that transition, helping establish stronger connections, build capability and embed new ways of working.
Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national, for-purpose organisation providing mental health, addiction, disability, housing and community-based support services. With approximately 1,500 kaimahi across Aotearoa, the organisation is committed to supporting people and whānau to thrive.
Reporting to the National Manager Workforce Development, you will join an established, supportive team and contribute to the Connect and Enable workstream.
This is very much a hands-on opportunity. While you will bring the experience to design effective OD initiatives, you will be just as comfortable rolling up your sleeves and delivering them.
What You'll Be Doing
Working closely with leaders and teams across the organisation, you will:
- Design and facilitate workshops that support team development, collaboration and new ways of working.
- Develop practical tools, guides and resources that help leaders navigate organisational change.
- Support the introduction and embedding of a new Leadership Framework.
- Work alongside managers to strengthen team effectiveness, trust and psychological safety.
- Build relationships across the organisation, responding to emerging needs and helping translate OD thinking into everyday practice.
- Contribute to initiatives that strengthen organisational culture, leadership capability and workforce development.
You will be an experienced OD practitioner who brings sound judgement, creativity and a practical approach to your work.
You will have demonstrated experience supporting organisational change, ideally within a large or complex environment, and be confident working with leaders and teams through periods of transition.
We are particularly interested in your ability to:
- Design and deliver engaging workshops, learning activities and team development initiatives.
- Translate complex OD concepts into clear, useful resources and practical guidance.
- Build trusted relationships and engage effectively with people at all levels.
- Balance competing priorities while maintaining momentum and delivering quality outcomes.
- Work collaboratively, adapt to changing circumstances and contribute positively to a small, supportive team.
A genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, inclusion and the diverse communities Emerge Aotearoa serves will be important.
Why Join Emerge Aotearoa?
This is an opportunity to contribute to a substantial programme of change within an organisation whose work makes a difference to communities across New Zealand.
You will work alongside an experienced, approachable leader who values trust, autonomy and fresh thinking, supported by a close-knit Workforce Development team.
Christchurch is the preferred location, with flexibility to work from home for up to two days per week once established in the role. The position is ideally full-time, although a four-day working week may be considered for the right person. Some domestic travel may be required.
Interested?
If you are an experienced OD professional who enjoys working with people, solving problems and making things happen, we would welcome a conversation.
For a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the Candidate Briefing Document, please contact Heather Ewing at Bishop Associates on 03 265 0667 or [email protected].