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 an experienced leader with a passion for animal welfare and community service? The SPCA is on the lookout for a highly skilled Animal Services Partnerships Manager to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of animal care across New Zealand.
As a key member of our Animal Services team, you will play an essential role in driving forward SPCA’s mission by strengthening national veterinary partnerships, leading volunteer and foster programs, and ensuring operational excellence across all our Centres. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working at the intersection of animal welfare, community engagement, and strategic operations.

About the role

• Permanent full-time role
• Monday to Friday 40 hours per week
• SPCA Nationwide (South Island preferred)

Your enthusiasm and dedication will see you:

• Manage and coordinate national veterinary partnerships, ensuring operational efficiency, sustainability, and strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of a standardised national approach to foster and volunteer management, enhancing engagement, training, and retention.
• Oversee Purina operational support, including stock supply, ordering, and managing compliance with partnership terms.
• Continuously audit and improve administrative systems to streamline operations, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance our work.
• Act as a key liaison to maintain and grow partnerships with SPCA Centres, veterinary providers, community stakeholders, and volunteers.

What we need from you:

• Proven leadership with a strong track record of managing stakeholders, teams, and budgets.
• Strategic thinker with experience in project management, system improvements, and operational coordination.
• Exceptional communication skills, including public speaking and presenting to diverse audiences.
• A passion for animal welfare, and ideally, experience in shelter management or veterinary services.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and foster collaboration across a range of stakeholders.
• Business acumen, with experience in financial management and operational efficiency.
• A commitment to community engagement, working with volunteers and foster carers to enhance SPCA’s impact.

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
• Play an instrumental role in advancing animal welfare and fostering positive community relationships across New Zealand.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Flexible, nationwide role with the opportunity to innovate and influence across SPCA Centres.
• Great “purrks” including a paid day off on your birthday.
• Free on-site parking 
• 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