Canine Volunteer Liaison SPCA location Auckland.

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. In this rewarding role, you will coordinate, train, and support volunteers in our canine areas to ensure animals receive the best care possible.

You'll also play a vital role in promoting animal welfare and fostering a supportive environment where volunteers feel confident, welcomed, and appreciated.

About the role permanent full-time role (37.5 hours per week). Tuesday to Saturday 8.00am - 4.00pm. SPCA Centre Auckland - based in Mangere.

Volunteers are integral to the SPCA’s daily operations, contributing in a wide range of roles across the Centre. In this role, you will work closely with the Centre Volunteer Coordinator to manage the rostering, recruitment, and retention of SPCA canine volunteers. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to collaborate with passionate, like-minded individuals who are dedicated to making a difference for animals in need.

Your enthusiasm and dedication will see you coordinate volunteer recruitment, rostering, and retention for canine areas. Provide hands-on training and support to volunteers in the canine areas. Provide ongoing upskilling and support for volunteers through one-on-one sessions and group workshops.

Ensure all animals are cared for to SPCA's high standards, aligned with the Five Domains of Animal Welfare. Foster a positive, professional environment for volunteers, ensure they feel confident in their practices, welcomed and appreciated. Collaborate with the Centre Volunteer Coordinator to enhance the overall volunteer experience.

What we need from you have experience handling dogs and an understanding of canine behaviour and animal welfare (a relevant canine qualification is advantageous). Be physically active and capable of meeting the demands of the role. Possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Have experience working with volunteers (preferred but not essential). Be organised, with strong administration and time management skills. Demonstrate empathy, resilience, and a positive attitude. Be comfortable with technology and able to learn new systems quickly. Be flexible to cover or swap shifts when needed. 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 benefits that we call "Purr-ks". Employees find deep personal fulfilment 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 obtainto 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.