Work Broker - Mata Rāngai Mahi | King Country
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MSD is hiring a Work Broker for a fixed term secondment to June 2027, based in Te Kuiti or Taumarunui with Taumarunui as preferred. In this role you’ll source vacancies, build strong employer partnerships, and proactively connect jobseekers to opportunities across key industries, using your local labour market insight to drive recruitment. You should bring proven recruitment or sales experience, excellent relationship skills, and comfort with cold calling and travel within the region. Prepare to meet placement targets and handle setbacks. Salary band $79,200 to $95,873. Apply online with a tailored CV and cover letter, answer two short questions, and be ready for a short video and confidence test if longlisted. Include a clean NZ driver licence and NZ citizenship or residency.
• Location Te Kuiti or Taumarunui
• This is a Fixed term secondment opportunity until June 2027
Taumarunui is the preferred location for this role. However, we will also consider applications from candidates based in Te Kuiti.
About the role | Mō te tūnga
As a Work Broker, you will play a crucial role in supporting people into employment by providing tailored solutions, making their transition to the workforce less challenging.
You can view a short video about the work we do here.
What you'll be doing | Ko te mahi
• Sourcing vacancies and building strong relationships with employers and industry partners to support the growth of local job opportunities.
• Proactively connecting people to employment opportunities and working closely with businesses to meet their recruitment needs.
• Using your strong networking skills, you’ll engage with employers across key industries to drive recruitment efforts.
This is a Fixed term secondment opportunity until June 2027 and is based in Te Kuiti or Taumarunui
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga
• Proven experience in recruitment, sales, or a similar role where relationship-building with employers is key.
• A strong understanding of the local labour market and existing relationships to leverage.
• Proven experience identifying job opportunities and know what strategies to use to engage employers considering the local labour market.
• Confidence in cold calling, networking, and using technology to source employment opportunities.
• A focus on results with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, exceed job placement targets and an ability to navigate setbacks.
• 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.
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 of $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.
Please note:
• Longlisted candidates will complete a short video and digital confidence skills test.
• This role requires applicants to have a clean full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Applicants must hold New Zealand Citizenship/Residency or Australian Citizenship/Permanent Residency at time of application.
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga
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
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $79,200.00 - $95,873.00
Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Sunday 9th August, 2026.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Before you submit your application, please take a moment to review our guidance to understand how AI can best support your application. Candidate Guidance - Responsible AI use in recruitment
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.
You’ll be also asked to respond to two short questions as part of the application form:
1. What makes you the right person to be a Work Broker?
2. If appointed, how would you make an impact quickly?
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at [email protected]
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
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.
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.