Workforce Development Advisor

About the role

As a Workforce Development Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role in helping people achieve their employment and training goals while developing strong partnerships with employers, education providers, and community organisations. You'll be a connector, advocate, and relationship builder, helping create pathways that transform lives and strengthen communities.

Key responsibilities

• Matching candidates with meaningful opportunities
• Building employment, training and education pathways for job seekers
• Developing strong relationships with employers and industry partners
• Identifying labour market trends and workforce needs
• Coordinating placements and supporting successful outcomes
• Promoting Le Fale Job & Skills Hub throughout the community
• Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the Wellington region

About you

• Experience in employment services, recruitment, vocational guidance, workforce development, or a related field
• A proven track record of building and maintaining stakeholder relationships
• Strong communication and engagement skills
• A passion for empowering people and communities
• A full New Zealand driver's licence
• Cultural awareness and the ability to engage effectively with diverse Pacific communities

About us

At He Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens, you'll be part of an organisation committed to strengthening children, whānau and communities through meaningful opportunities and partnerships. Working within Le Fale Job & Skills Hub, you'll have the chance to make a real impact while supporting the aspirations of people across Porirua and the wider Wellington region.