At a Glance
- Tasks: Connect job seekers with employers and create sustainable employment solutions.
- Company: Join the Ministry of Social Development, a people-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive environment, and opportunities to make a real difference.
- Other info: Flexible travel within the region and supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Empower individuals and communities while building valuable relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in relationship-building and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 95873 £ per year.
Multiple Work Broker Vacancies
Permanent, Full Time Based in Canterbury
Salary ranges from $79,200 - $95,873 dependant on skills and experience
The opportunity | Te arawātea
As a Work Broker, you will play a crucial role in supporting people into employment by engaging with regional employers and industries, identifying employment opportunities, and listing sustainable employment solutions for job seekers.
What you'll be doing | Ko te mahi
- Proactively seek out employment opportunities by cold calling, networking, and using your Labour Market knowledge to uncover new opportunities for job seekers.
- Profiling job seekers to match them with suitable opportunities while building and maintaining professional relationships with both clients and employers.
- Working collaboratively with other areas of MSD to place job seekers into employment.
- Leading recruitment efforts for both seasonal and permanent roles, as well as engaging with industries to support recruitment and training programmes.
- Engage with employers to understand their workforce needs and tailor your approach to their preferred engagement style.
What you'll need to succeed | Ko tō āhua
- Proven experience in relationship-building with employers is key.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Confidence in cold calling and utilising Labour market insights to source employment opportunities.
- A focus on results with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, job placement targets and an ability to navigate setbacks.
- The ability to identify job opportunities and know what strategies to use to engage employers considering the local labour market.
- Flexibility to travel within the region to meet employers as required.
Note: This role requires applicants to have a clean Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
What we offer | Tā mātou e tuku ana
- A supportive and inclusive environment focused on your growth.
- Opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
- A diverse team that values collaboration and celebrates achievements.
- A salary band range from $79,200 - $95,873 with a realistic starting salary from $79,200 per annum.
Consideration will be given to the successful candidate’s individual relevant skills, experience, and other factors to determine the actual starting salary.
Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Friday, 21 August 2026
About us | Mō mātou
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy advice to government, and assistance including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
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To apply, click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your CV. A cover letter is not required. Instead, you will be asked to respond to two short answer questions listed below, with each response limited to 2,000 characters.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees - please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Joining us | Ko te hono mai
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment.
If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
Work Broker | Canterbury employer: New Zealand Ministry of Social Development
At MSD, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture. As a Programme Coordinator based in the vibrant CBD and Canterbury Service Centres, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of job seekers while enjoying competitive salary packages and professional growth opportunities. Our commitment to diversity and employee wellbeing ensures that every team member is valued and empowered to thrive in their role.
Contact Details:
New Zealand Ministry of Social Development Recruitment Team
