Advisor, Employment Pathways - Fixed term

Ministry of Social Development
US$89,622 - US$108,622
Wellington
1 week ago

 

Are you passionate about creating inclusive opportunities and driving real change?

 

 

Mō te tūnga | About the role: 


Whaikaha will be launching a summer internship programme for disabled students and graduates, with some government agencies participating in the pilot.

As the Advisor Employment Pathways, you’ll work closely with the Programme Lead to bring this groundbreaking initiative to life.


You’ll play a key role in:
 

This role is Fixed term until 31 March 2026.

 

 

Mōu | About you:
 

We’re seeking someone who brings a mix of project skills, lived or learned experience in disability inclusion, and a passion for equity.

 

Ideally, you’ll have:

 

To undertake this role successfully you will either be a disabled person, or you will be able to establish credibility and trust with the disability community.

 

 

He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga | Position Description:
 

The job description can be found here: Advisor Employment Pathways position description.

 

Salary Range: $89,622 - $108,622

 

 

Mō mātou | About us:
 

At Whaikaha, we want an Aotearoa New Zealand where Deaf and disabled people and tāngata whaikaha Māori are thriving.

 

As a Ministry we are dedicated to this goal, working with government, businesses, and communities to drive real change.

 

We do this by investing in disability communities, providing strategic and policy advice across government, monitoring how well services are working, and identifying new, exciting opportunities to make a difference.

 

We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive environment.

 

 

Ka kati ngā tono hei te | Applications close: Tuesday 15 July 2025.

 


Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply:
 

Click the 'Apply' button to complete the online form, or let’s kōrero about what you need to feel supported in your application. For example, you may prefer to use video instead of a traditional CV and cover letter, or you might want whānau or a friend to tell us about you.

 

Contact us about the best way for you to apply by emailing: PeopleandCulture@whaikaha.govt.nz.

 

If you work for Whaikaha please apply through the myHR portal so that your employee profile is visible as an internal candidate.

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