Work Broker | Auckland Region | Mangere

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, whanau and communities.

As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Maori, whanau, hapu, 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.

Work Broker | Auckland Region | Mangere

• Based in Mangere Service Centre
• Starting salary from $79,200 to $95,873
• Secondment / Fixed Term Full-Time Position ending in June
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We're looking for dynamic, driven individuals who can hit the ground running and proactively engage with local employers to create sustainable job opportunities.

To be successful in this role, you'll need relevant or transferrable experience in business development, recruitment, or labour market engagement—particularly where you've worked closely with employers to meet their workforce needs—is highly advantageous.

As a Work Broker, you'll build strong relationships with employers, understand their hiring needs, and connect them with the right candidates.

You'll advocate for clients, promote their skills, and support them through the job placement process.

This role is well-suited to those with a background in recruitment, account management, business development, or industry experience across healthcare, construction, retail, education and training, manufacturing, or horticulture.

What you'll be doing | He aha tau e mahi ana

What you'll bring | Nga pukenga kauneke

A full NZ Driver Licence and the ability to travel around Auckland region are essential for this role.

Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tunga :

To understand more about the role, and if it's the right fit for you, take some time to read through the position description :

What we offer | He aha ta matou e tuku

Salary | Utu-a-tau : $79,

Starting salary is aligned to knowledge, skills and relevant experience.

How to apply | Me pehea te tuku tono

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

In your cover letter please write a response to the question below : We want to hear real-life examples from your work experience, as reflected in your resume.

Focus on genuine situations that showcase your skills, problem-solving, and ability to build relationships.

Please aim to keep your responses within the suggested word count for each question.

1 : What techniques would you use to place our clients into sustainable employment?

Please provide examples from your own work experience that demonstrate how you have successfully supported individuals into long-term job opportunities.

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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 Hilde Rasch, Manager Regional Employment on

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 : Friday 28 November

Joining us

Joining MSD means being part of a whanau 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 Maori, Hapu, 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.