Programme Coordinator — Employment & Community Impact

New Zealand Government; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is seeking a Programme Coordinator to join the Contracts Team in Wellington. This permanent, full-time role focuses on linking frontline staff, training providers and partners to help job seekers access programmes that build skills and confidence.

You will promote programmes, manage referrals, and foster strong relationships with providers. The role values initiative, collaboration and a proactive approach to improving participation and employment

Qualifications

• Exceptional relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire others.
• Experience in recruitment, employment services, sales, marketing, customer engagement, community development, or another people-focused environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to identify opportunities and solve problems creatively.
• Confidence presenting information and promoting opportunities to groups and individuals.
• A collaborative approach and genuine commitment to helping people succeed.
• Energy, initiative and a willingness to go the extra mile.

Responsibilities

• Promote programmes and services across our frontline teams.
• Manage and monitor client referrals to ensure programmes are well utilised.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with providers and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve participation, performance and outcomes.
• Support job seekers to access programmes that enhance their employability and confidence.
• Champion innovative approaches that help people move towards sustainable employment.

Skills

Relationship building

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Recruitment experience

Employment services

Sales & marketing

Community development

Time management

Job description

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is seeking a Programme Coordinator to join the Contracts Team in Wellington. This permanent, full-time role focuses on linking frontline staff, training providers and partners to help job seekers access programmes that build skills and confidence.

You will promote programmes, manage referrals, and foster strong relationships with providers. The role values initiative, collaboration and a proactive approach to improving participation and employment