Jobs & Skills Hub Youth and Community Facilitator
Gisborne, NZ
- Full-time, fixed term contract till June 2026
- Based in Gisborne
- Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
- Do you have strong relationship management skills?
- Do you have successful experience in community engagement, education, working with Māori and Pasefika?
Jobs and Skills Hubs are part of the suite of MSD employment focused services with the specific mandate of promoting and supporting the construction industry. The Jobs and Skills Hub in Gisborne will support the Tairāwhiti region with recruitment and training activities related to the recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle.
About the role | Mō te tūnga:
Jobs and Skills Hubs are part of the suite of MSD employment focused services with the specific mandate of promoting and supporting the construction industry. The Jobs and Skills Hub in Gisborne will support the Tairāwhiti region with recruitment and training activities related to the recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle.
As a Youth and Community Facilitator, you’ll play a key part in the wider Jobs and Skills Hubs working alongside a variety of key stakeholders. You will be a key pillar for a ‘one stop shop’ service approach to industry.
What you’ll do | He aha tāu e mahi ana
You'll be focused on developing and leading initiatives to provide employment related experiences that will support the long-term sustainable outcomes of increasing the number of youth and people in your local community entering and being retained in the construction and infrastructure industry and related trades.
This role will work closely with schools, community groups, training providers, local marae and educators to identify which of their people would benefit from exposure to building and construction pathways. Because of these relationships, there will be opportunities to raise the profile of the sector with educators in schools and broaden students’ awareness of the multiple pathways available to them, leading to increased numbers of students seeking industry exposure while still at school.
This role will engage in the development of youth ready strategies, processes and exposure opportunities that set up employers and youth for a mutually beneficial employment related experience.
In the role you will also be able to connect with community organisations and promote construction as a sustainable career pathway.
Local jobs for local people is our mantra and you will be critical to making this happen as part of the wider Hubs team.
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga:
- Proven experience in supporting and navigating people on their pathway into employment
- Experience in youth development, Māori and Pasefika engagement, education, or community support
- Strong relationship management skills; builds and sustains relationships through respect for individuals, open communication and displaying sensitivity towards people
- Ability to engage well with young people and people in the community while being comfortable collaborating with and influencing senior stakeholders
- Understanding and ability to uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Passion for youth successfully accessing and thriving in the workplace
- Confidence in facilitating in a range of contexts
- Intermediate computer skills
Part of the role is travelling through the region using Ministry vehicles, so a full NZ clean driver’s licence without restrictions is required.
We offer
- Regular coaching and career development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga:
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $103,815.00 - $125,958.00
How to apply
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, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
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.
Closing date: Wednesday 12th November 2025
Joining us
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.
