About the role

Shape how local needs are met by strengthening connections, guiding collaboration, and influencing long-term workforce solutions. This is a strategic, self-led role with real scope to inform how opportunities are created and accessed across Horowhenua.

BENEFITS:

• Drive strategic growth and positive change across the region
• Help create sustainable career pathways and opportunities for locals
• Thrive in a supportive workplace culture that values your wellbeing
• Engage in mahi grounded in Māori principles that strengthen community wellbeing
• Manage your own workload with empowerment to go forth and deliver meaningful results

RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with project contributors, service providers, and local businesses to achieve shared outcomes
• Analyse reports and stakeholder feedback to identify candidate skill sets, project skill gaps, and forecast workforce needs
• Act as a strategic liaison focused on broader workforce development outcomes
• Coordinate events and promotions to boost engagement and access to opportunities
• Identify and support relevant training pathways while streamlining services to ensure easier workforce program access

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Well-connected in the Horowhenua region and passionate about your local community
• Understanding of or experience with tikanga Māori and working in culturally grounded contexts, would be highly advantageous
• Proven ability to build and sustain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strategic mindset with a focus on long-term workforce and community development
• Excellent communication and people skills-confident across written, verbal, and face-to-face interactions
• Full, clean drivers licence required

Due to the requirement for professional written communication within the position, please submit your application accompanied by a tailored cover letter, outlining why this position appeals to you, and when you would be available to start in a new role.

Don't miss this opportunity. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we are looking for an ASAP start!

The recruitment for this role is being managed by PN Personnel. For more information, please feel free to contact Charllotte Patterson on 06 280 2403.