Engagement Advisor, MSD - services for the future, Wellington
Date: 6 Aug 2026
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
- Full-time, permanent opportunity
- Office based role at National Office in Wellington
About the role | Mō te tūnga
You’ll be part of a collaborative, diverse team working on a once-in-a-generation transformation. The team is committed to supporting each other and delivering meaningful change for New Zealanders.
As Engagement Advisor, you will support the planning, management and delivery of the internal and external engagement programme for MSD – services for the future. You’ll coordinate engagement activities, support events and hui, and help ensure strong relationships with stakeholders across MSD and beyond. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a major programme that will benefit over a million New Zealanders.
It is a very busy team and to manage the demands of the role, team members work in the office in Wellington.
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga
- Experience delivering successful engagement strategies and working with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and organisational skills
- Ability to remain calm, adapt in fast-paced environments and use a range of engagement technologies
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent operational experience
What’s in it for you | Nōu te rourou
- Be part of a supportive, inclusive team making a real difference for communities
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga
A copy of the position description can be found here Engagement Advisor, position description
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $79,200.00 - $95,873.00
Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: 16 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 the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process. Please highlight how your skills and experience relate to the key responsibilities listed in the position description and job advertisement.
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. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.
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.
