Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

The Employment Placement Coordinator is a part time (0.5FTE) fixed-term position to join our team at the Maraenui Regional Learning Centre. This role is pivotal in coordinating and delivering the Employment Placement Service Agreement with MSD on behalf of EIT. You will work closely with jobseekers, employers, and community stakeholders to create pathways to sustainable employment and/or tertiary education opportunities.

The appointing salary for this role will be between $60,000 and $68,000, dependent on skills and experience.

The Employment Placement Coordinator is based in our Faculty of Commerce and Technology reporting to the Maraenui RLC Coordinator and will be responsible for:

• Delivering tailored employment services in partnership with MSD.
• Supporting participants to identify career aspirations and develop individual pathways.
• Linking participants to sustainable employment or full-time tertiary education.
• Providing ongoing pastoral care and in-work support.
• Meeting service agreement outcomes and performance measures.

He kōrero mōu| About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Relevant qualification (Degree or equivalent preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Full NZ Driver’s Licence.
• Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills.
• Ability to inspire and work within a team, and network with employers and agencies.
• Understanding of cultural safety principles and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not. We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential.  We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.

For more information, please view the Position Description below.

Mō Mātou | About us

EIT is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campuses in Tairāwhiti (Gisborne), Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, and learning centres throughout the region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services that meet the needs of Māori learners and their whānau.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including a New Zealand Police vet.

If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move, we encourage you to apply. Submit your CV and Cover Letter alongside your online application.

Please contact peopleandculture@eit.ac.nz should you have any questions.