Introduction

SPCA is one of the best loved and most respected charities in New Zealand, with a proud history of helping animals in need and advocating for animal welfare since 1872.  

Are you looking for a leadership role with purpose and meaning?

About the role

• Permanent full-time role
• Key leadership role, leading our people ad overseeing our animal operations
• SPCA Centre Invercargill

Your enthusiasm and dedication will see you:

• Managing and being involved in all aspects of the daily operations of the Centre including leading our people and caring for our animals
• Ensuring a safe and supportive working environment where our staff and volunteers are led to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively
• Promotes unity by developing and maintaining strong relationships with other SPCA Centres and the Invercargill community
• Develop and maintain relationships and the local reputation of the SPCA brand
• Ensuring compliance with all statutory and legal obligations of the Centre and adherence with all established guidelines, protocols and policies
• Ensuring that animal welfare is always a primary consideration, and all animals under the responsibility of SPCA Invercargill are cared for appropriately
• Proactively managing and embedding a culture of Health & Safety

What we need from you:

• Proven leadership and mentoring skills
• Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Have proven ability to recruit, train and lead a high performing team
• Have practical animal-handling experience and knowledge
• The ability to work to a budget, meet deadlines and achieve targets
• Demonstrate empathy and resilience
• Strong organisational abilities with attention to detail, ensuring accurate documentation, and compliance with operating standards
• Commitment to ongoing professional development 
• Customer focused
• Ability to manage stress and handle emotional situations 

For further information about this role, please refer to the position description (available via the SPCA Join Our Team page).

What we can offer you, our SPCA Purrks

Working with SPCA offers numerous perks. Employees find deep personal fulfillment and purpose by contributing to the well-being of animals in need. Our teams are passionate and supportive, fostering a strong sense of community among like-minded individuals. With opportunities for professional growth and development in fields like animal care, advocacy, and education. Knowing that whatever role you participate in here at SPCA, your efforts directly improve the lives of animals and promote animal welfare across New Zealand. Here’s some of the Purrks you can obtain: 

• To be a part of the greater good – to have the privilege of making a difference to the welfare of animals across New Zealand
• Great “purrks” including a paid day off on your birthday.
• Free on-site parking 
• A busy, challenging and rewarding role with consistent support and an opportunity to continue to learn. 
• Opportunity to bring fresh thinking and new ideas to get involved in projects that can build on the solid foundation that has already been set in the organisation. 

How you can apply today!

Applications for this role may be reviewed as they are received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible! 

All applicants must possess the legal right to work in New Zealand, either as a New Zealand or Australian Citizen or by holding a valid working visa.

Simply click Apply and complete our simple online application process*.  Please contact recruitment@spca.nz if you have any additional questions. 

*Only applications submitted through the official process will be considered