Seeking new Devonport Community House Manager
The Devonport Community House is seeking a new House Manager, to start at the end of January 2017. This full time position is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a passion for community, enjoys variety and collaborating with other groups and organisations, is personable and has a strong service ethic.
Reporting to a volunteer Management Committee, through the Chair Person, the successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:
• Managing and leading staff/ volunteers
• Delivery of events and activities
• Advertising and promoting including the use of social media
• Managing the financial operation and reporting requirements of a Charitable Organisation
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage time and competing priorities
• Intermediate level user of MS Office suit
• Experience in the community sector and an understanding of community development
• would be an advantage
For a full position description email devonportcomhouse@xtra.co.nz
Applications close Monday 12th December
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in NZ and pass a police check.
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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84.6% Yes
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13.5% No
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Celebrating Our Resident Authors On World Book Day
It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.
They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!
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