Housing Broker - Wellington

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; On-site; NZD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is seeking a Housing Broker in the Wellington region for a fixed term/secondment until June 2027. The role focuses on improving housing outcomes by connecting clients with suitable private rental options and building partnerships with landlords and community partners.

You will promote MSD housing products, identify opportunities in the private rental market, and work with regional housing teams to remove barriers to securing sustainable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the private rental market and the wider housing sector.
• Current knowledge of regional and national private rental dynamics.
• Understanding of tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities.
• Proficiency in promotional and marketing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management and communication skills.
• Commitment to achieving positive and sustainable housing outcomes for clients.
• Ability to identify opportunities, think strategically and take initiative.
• Strong networking and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing valuable housing market insights.
• Promoting MSD housing products and services to landlords, property managers, and community partners.
• Interacting with the housing team to support clients.
• Developing strategic partnerships that increase access to private rental opportunities.
• Identifying and supporting individuals and families experiencing housing challenges to access suitable private rental opportunities.

Skills

Private rental market knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Networking

Strategic thinking

Promotion/marketing

Relationship management

Job description

Fixed Term/Secondment Opportunity until June 2027Based in any Service Centre across the Wellington regionWe are seeking a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a Housing Broker in the Wellington Region. This Fixed Term/Secondment opportunity until June 2027 can be based at any Service Centre across Wellington.The Housing Broker plays a critical role in improving housing outcomes for individuals and families by building strong partnerships across the private rental sector. Working alongside regional housing teams, you will identify housing opportunities, connect clients to suitable and sustainable accommodation, and help remove barriers to securing a place to call home. This is a unique opportunity to influence positive change in our communities. Stable housing provides the foundation for people to participate in employment, support their whanau, and thrive. Through your relationships, initiative, and market knowledge, you will make a real difference in helping people achieve long-term housing stability.What you'll be doing | He aha tau e mahi anaProviding valuable housing market insights.Promoting MSD housing products and services to landlords, property managers, and community partners.Actively interacting and communicating with the housing team to support clients.Develop strategic partnerships that increase access to private rental opportunities for clients.Proactively identifying and supporting individuals and families experiencing housing challenges to access suitable private rental opportunities.What you'll need to succeed | Ko nga mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angituStrong knowledge of the private rental market and the wider housing sector.Current knowledge of regional and national private rental and housing market dynamics, including challenges and opportunities.A comprehensive understanding of tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities.Proficiency in promotional and marketing skills, with an understanding of key strategies and approaches.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and influence positive outcomes.A commitment to achieving positive and sustainable housing outcomes for clients.Outstanding relationship management and communication skills.The ability to identify opportunities, think strategically, and take initiative to achieve results.Strong networking and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build credibility and trust.Join our positive work environment, where mutual support is paramount as we collectively strive for excellent client outcomes. You will benefit from comprehensive training, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities.Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tunga: Housing Broker Position DescriptionSalary | Utu-a-tau: $79,200.00 - $95,873.00Applications close | Ka kati nga tono hei te: 11:59pm, Sunday 11th OctoberHow to apply | Me pehea te tuku tonoBefore 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 recruitmentTo 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.All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at [e-mail] 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 | Mo matouThe 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, 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.Joining us | Ko te hono maiJoining 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. 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.