Work Broker | Mata Rāngai Mahi, Timaru

About us | Mō mātou

The Ministry of Social Development 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 and 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.

The opportunity | Te arawātea

As a Work Broker, you will play a crucial role in supporting people into employment by engaging with local employers and industries, identifying job opportunities and listing sustainable employment solutions for job seekers.

What you'll be doing | Ko te mahi

• Proactively sourcing vacancies by cold calling, networking, and using your sales and marketing skills to uncover new opportunities for job seekers.
• Profiling job seekers to match them with suitable roles, while building and maintaining professional relationships with both clients and employers.
• Working closely with Case Managers and other Service Centre staff to support clients in their employment journey.
• Leading recruitment efforts for both seasonal and permanent roles, as well as engaging with industries to support recruitment and training programmes.
• Providing tailored employment solutions that benefit both job seekers and employers.

This is a permanent opportunity and is based in the Timaru Service Centre.

What you'll need to succeed | Ko tō āhua

• Proven experience in recruitment, sales, or a similar role where relationship-building with employers is key.
• A focus on results with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, job placement targets and an ability to navigate setbacks.
• Confidence in cold calling, networking, and using technology to source employment opportunities.
• The ability to identify job opportunities and know what strategies to use to engage employers considering the local labour market.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Flexibility to travel within the region to meet employers as required.

Please 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.

Take some time to review the position description before applying. This is an important role with the scope to deliver meaningful outcomes for our communities. Work Broker position description

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

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

As part of your application, you will also be asked to respond to two short questions (each with a 2000-character limit):

1. How would you identify and attract the right opportunities for our clients in Timaru/South Canterbury?
2. How do you gain buy-in from stakeholders where you are one of many vying for their time and resources?

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.

Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Sunday 24 August 2025

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. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.

MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.