Vacancy

Society Manager – Conservation with Purpose (0.8 FTE)

Location: Christchurch | Flexible Hours | Make a Real Impact

Are you passionate about conservation and looking to step into a role where your work truly matters? Join the Summit Road Society, Canterbury’s longest-standing grassroots conservation group, and help protect one of the region’s most cherished landscapes — the stunning Port Hills.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Society Manager, you'll be the heartbeat of our operations, supporting the Board and key planning groups with day-to-day administration and coordination. You’ll play a vital role in:

· Keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes

· Writing funding applications and submissions

· Supporting a variety of conservation projects

· Engaging with volunteers, council rangers, and community members

Who You Are

You’re organised, proactive, and have a genuine passion for conservation. You bring:

· Strong administration and project management experience

· A track record in fundraising or grant writing

· Attention to detail

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· The initiative to work independently and collaboratively

This is a self-employed contractor position. Whether you're an experienced administrator ready for your next challenge, or someone who thrives in a purpose-driven environment, this role offers a rare opportunity to combine career and cause.

Why Join Us?

The Summit Road Society has been protecting the Port Hills since 1948. We’re a small grassroots organisation backed by an incredible network of volunteers and supporters. In this role, your work directly contributes to the preservation of an iconic landscape.

Who You’ll Work With

· A supportive and experienced Board

· Dedicated volunteers

· City Council rangers and community members

Ready to make a difference? Please include a cover letter outlining how your experience fits the scope of the position and a CV. Please send your application to applications@summitroadsociety.org.nz

Closing date: 16th September 2025

For more information please read the position description.

Further information please contact Finn Jackson manager @summitroadsociety.org.nz

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