Capability Developer - Western Bay of Plenty
March 13, 2025
About us
The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
Permanent full time opportunity available
Are you passionate about capability development and creating positive learning environments?
Join the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) as a Capability Developer in the Bay of Plenty region and help shape the professional growth of our frontline teams.
You will primarily be based at one of our Western Bay of Plenty Service Centres. However, as our frontline staff operate across multiple locations, there will be an expectation to provide support throughout the wider Bay of Plenty region. This requirement can be discussed further during the interview.
What you’ll do | He aha tāu e mahi ana
As a Capability Developer, you’ll be pivotal in supporting the learning and development of staff across the Bay of Plenty Region. Your role includes:
- Designing and facilitating capability development plans tailored to individual needs.
- Measuring the impact of learning initiatives to ensure they align with MSD's goals.
- Providing expert coaching and advice, boosting staff confidence and service delivery skills.
- Collaborating across teams to improve client experiences.
- Traveling between service centres in a mobile role to meet development needs.
What you’ll bring | Ngā pūkenga kauneke
- Proven experience in capability development, coaching, and learning facilitation.
- Ability to assess learning effectiveness and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
- A valid Full New Zealand Driver’s Licence and the ability to drive a Ministry vehicle.
What we offer | He aha tā mātou e tuku
Join a committed team that fosters continuous growth and learning. As a Capability Developer, you will play a key role in ensuring our staff are equipped to deliver exceptional service to New Zealanders.
Position Description
Salary range: $78,222.00 - $94,689.00
How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at [email protected]
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Closing date: Sunday 23rd March 2025
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.
