Enabling Good Lives Connector — Build Possibilities

Ministry of Social Development; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Social Development is hiring a Kaitūhono Connector to work in homes, schools, and communities in Christchurch. This fixed-term role focuses on building strong relationships with disabled people and whānau, helping them access options and supports to achieve valued outcomes.

The role requires collaboration with providers and a robust understanding of EGL principles. The position is based in Christchurch with no remote work option.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of EGL vision and principles.
• Experience helping people think creatively about life opportunities.
• Strong connections to local communities and resources.
• Ability to engage effectively with Māori and Pacific families and communities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with resilience.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity principles.
• Resilience, adaptability, and strong client focus.

Responsibilities

• Establish respectful, trusting relationships with disabled people and whānau.
• Listen to aspirations and help identify creative options and opportunities.
• Connect people to funded and unfunded supports and community resources.
• Support people to understand funding processes and self-manage budgets.
• Maintain accurate records and manage a complex caseload using EGL systems.
• Build collaborative relationships with providers, agencies, and stakeholders.

Skills

EGL knowledge

Creative thinking

Community connections

Māori & Pacific engagement

Interpersonal skills

Planning & organisation

Sensitive information

Te Tiriti principles

Client focus

Job description

The Ministry of Social Development is hiring a Kaitūhono Connector to work in homes, schools, and communities in Christchurch. This fixed-term role focuses on building strong relationships with disabled people and whānau, helping them access options and supports to achieve valued outcomes.

The role requires collaboration with providers and a robust understanding of EGL principles. The position is based in Christchurch with no remote work option.