Regional Labour Market Advisor l Kaiwhakahaere Rāngai Mahi ā-Rohe - Bay of Plenty

Ministry of Social Development

• Salary starting from B06 $89,622.00 to $108,622.00
• Fixed term/Secondment through to June 2027

• This role can be based at any location within the Bay of Plenty region, however regular travel to the Regional Office in Rotorua is required.

Are you outcomes-focused, pragmatic, and have a strong understanding and appreciation of the intricacies of labour market demands?

Would you relish the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to our people in the Bay of Plenty region, in partnership with others, to identify and facilitate timely and impactful labour market solutions? 

About The Role | Mō te tūnga 

As a Labour Market Advisor, you'll play a key role in addressing Bay of Plenty's labour market needs by building and enhancing connections with employers, industry sectors, community groups, iwi, service providers, and other agencies.

You'll utilise accurate and insightful labour market intelligence to develop tailored solutions and agreements with employers and industries. Your aim will be facilitating sustainable employment outcomes for clients that ideally provide clear pathways for career growth, increased job satisfaction, and improved earning potential.

Labour market data and insights will guide your daily activities and support the formation of strategic, long-term initiatives designed to respond effectively to Bay of Plenty's labour market challenges.

Promoting the advantages of partnering with our organisation to employers and industry groups is an essential aspect of this role.

You will also collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, offering strategic support to ensure alignment and effectiveness across our initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be outcomes-focused, pragmatic, with a strong understanding and appreciation of the intricacies of labour market demands.

What you’ll bring | Ngā pūkenga kauneke

• Relevant tertiary qualification or proven relevant experience in a similar role
• Experience or knowledge of working in the recruitment industry
• Proven experience in researching and report writing
• Highly effective written and oral communication skills
• Proven ability in sourcing, understanding, analysing data; interpreting meaningful trends, and producing reports
• Planning and organisation skills; the ability to effectively set and manage objectives, deadlines, and priorities
• Problem-solving, innovation and strategic thinking skills
• Strong understanding of current labour market developments, trends and issues and their subsequent impact 
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Bay of Plenty Labour market from an economic perspective and the challenges that landscape presents from both jobseekers’ and employers’ perspectives

About you l Mōu

You are:

• collaborative in approach, an exceptional relationship builder, and possess sound business acumen.
• a strong communicator with proven success in influencing change and negotiating effectively across complex stakeholder groups.

You enjoy sharing knowledge and actively contributing to a supportive team environment, fostering cooperation and commitment to achieving shared goals.

Position Description l He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga

Regional Labour Market Advisor

How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono:

To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV and cover letter, and complete the online application form.

Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your skill set and experience aligns to the role and what attracted you to it.

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

Salary range l Utu-ā-tau: $89,622.00 - $108,622.00