Employment Assessor/Advisor
Wellington
Fixed Term until 30 June 2026
Part time – 30 hours per week
This is a fixed term role until 30 June 2026; however, it is contingent on funding being secured from the Ministry of Social Development. If this funding is not obtained, the fixed term will end on 30 September 2025.
About the role – Kōrero mō te tūranga
We have an exciting opportunity for an Employer Assessor/Advisor in our Pathways to Employment Programme working in Wellington.
The purpose of this role is to carry out in depth, client-centred career and employment assessments for individual clients in order to create a tailored employment plan with recommendations and timeframes. The Assessor/Advisor carries out English language assessments to feed into the employment plan. You will also be required to maintain existing relationships with our local and regional language providers.
As part of this role, you will be required to be part of a team coordinating and supporting employment orientation, training workshops and development of former refugees’ knowledge, to successfully enter the New Zealand workforce.
The role also includes intensive, individualised work with both refugee background clients and potential employers, to create sustainable employment outcomes for clients and employers across the region.
Who are we looking for? – Mā wai te mahi nei?
To be successful you will have:
- Sound knowledge of refugee settlement issues, NZ employment sectors, and the language and skills requirements for NZ tertiary study.
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field, with desirable qualifications in language teaching or applied linguistics, and membership in professional bodies, such as CDANZ or TESOLANZ.
- Proven experience in second language teaching to adults, assessing language competencies, and evaluating work readiness.
- Ability to guide career planning and support clients through job search and employment preparation.
- Excellent verbal, written, and intercultural communication skills, including active listening and the ability to work with diverse populations.
- Strong IT skills, strategic thinking, initiative, time management, and the ability to work independently and take responsibility for professional development.
About New Zealand Red Cross
New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 10,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.
Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.
We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.
Why work with us?
At New Zealand Red Cross, you’ll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.
We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment. Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.
Our benefits include:
- Five weeks annual leave
- Career development opportunities
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance
We also encourage employee networks, including Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori and the Sustainability Network, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.
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Please submit your application online, as we’re unable to accept direct applications. Your application must include the following documentation:
- A recent copy of CV/Resume
- Legal Right to Work In New Zealand
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 21/05/2025
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Amanda Bamford at amanda.bamford@redcross.org.nz.
Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.
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