About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>The opportunity | Te arawātea</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>This is a permanent opportunity and is based in Dunedin Metro region. </p> <p> </p> <p>You can view a short video about the work we do <a title="" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4mKRCXm6rQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here.</a></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What you'll be doing | Ko te mahi</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li>Proactively sourcing vacancies by cold calling, networking, and using your sales and marketing skills to uncover new opportunities for job seekers.</li> <li>Profiling job seekers to match them with suitable roles, while building and maintaining professional relationships with both clients and employers.</li> <li>Working closely with Case Managers and other Service Centre staff to support clients in their employment journey.</li> <li>Leading recruitment efforts for both seasonal and permanent roles, as well as engaging with industries to support recruitment and training programmes.</li> <li>Providing tailored employment solutions that benefit both job seekers and employers. </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What you'll need to succeed | Ko tō āhua</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li>Proven experience in recruitment, sales, or a similar role where relationship-building with employers is key.</li> <li>A focus on results with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, job placement targets and an ability to navigate setbacks.</li> <li>Confidence in cold calling, networking, and using technology to source employment opportunities.</li> <li>The ability to identify job opportunities and know what strategies to use to engage employers considering the local labour market.</li> <li>Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.</li> <li>Flexibility to travel within the region to meet employers as required.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Please note</strong> - This role requires applicants to have a clean full New Zealand Driver Licence. </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What we offer | Tā mātou e tuku ana</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <ul> <li>A supportive and inclusive environment focused on your growth.</li> <li>Opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities. </li> <li>A diverse team that values collaboration and celebrates achievements.</li> <li>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.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>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. <a title="" href="https://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-service-delivery/client-service-delivery/work-broker.docx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Work Broker, position description.</a></p></div></div></div><p> </p> <h3><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong>Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Sunday 26 July 2026.</strong></span></h3> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h3><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><strong>About us | Mō mātou</strong></span></h3> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>We provide social policy advice to government, and assistance including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <h3><strong>How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono</strong></h3> <p> </p> <p>Before you submit your application, please take a moment to review our guidance to understand how AI can best support your application. <a href="https://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-people-and-capability/people/candidate-guidance-responsible-ai-use-in-recruitment.docx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Candidate Guidance - Responsible AI use in recruitment</a></p> <p> </p> <p>To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <p> </p> <p>All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.</p> <p> </p> <h3><strong>Joining us | Ko te hono mai</strong></h3> <p> </p> <p>Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.</p> <p> </p> <p>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 <a href="https://jobs.msd.govt.nz/MSD">here.</a></p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p>