Jobs and Skills Hub Youth and Community Facilitator - Tairawhiti
Gisborne, NZ
Fixed term opportunity available through to June 2027
- Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives?
- Do you have strong relationship management skills?
- Experience in Community engagement, education, Māori and Pasefika?
About us
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.
About the role | Mō te tūnga:
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. In this role you will 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 entering and being retained in the construction and infrastructure industry and related trades.
This role will work closely with schools, community groups and educators to identify which of their young people would benefit from exposure to building and construction pathways. As a consequence 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:
Skills and experience required:
- Passion for youth successfully accessing and thriving in the workplace
- Ability to engage well with young people while being comfortable collaborating with and influencing senior stakeholders
- Understanding and ability to uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Proven experience in supporting and navigating young people on their pathway into employment
- Knowledge of the Building and Construction Industry and related trades
- 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
- Confidence in facilitating in a range of context
- Computer literate and a clean driver’s licence
We offer
- Regular coaching and career development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Full salary range is $94,834 - $115,908 per annum in line with skills and experience.
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 H Ngarimu - Operations Manager Tairawhiti Jobs and Skills Hub at H.Ngarimu001@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: Sunday 14th June 2026
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.
