Who we are English Language Partners New Zealand (ELPNZ) is a national not-for-profit organisation working with adult learners from refugee and migrant background. Operating in 21 locations throughout the country, we deliver English language tuition and settlement support to adults through a range of services. We are a NZQA Category 1 provider, and our activities are primarily funded by the Tertiary Education Commission. Our national office is in Wellington.
About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join our newly established Pathways to Employment programme, supporting former refugees and migrants to achieve sustainable employment and successful settlement outcomes.
You will be part of a national team of 11 work brokers. You will collaborate with teachers, coordinators, and other staff to support job seekers on their journey towards meaningful employment.
An important part of your role is building and maintaining strong relationships with employers across the Wellington region. You will connect employers with our job seekers, identify suitable employment opportunities, and develop partnerships that create positive outcomes for both employers and our job seekers.
You will also be identifying the specific needs and skills of our job seekers, and working with the Centre staff to reduce the barriers that our job seekers may have to gaining full time, permanent employment.
You will assist them to prepare for work, writing CV’s, applying for jobs, attending interviews and when they are successful, understanding their contracts and their rights as an employee. You will also help them with the practical considerations when starting a job e.g. transport and childcare.
Your support will continue beyond securing employment. You will work alongside both the job seeker and employer during onboarding and provide ongoing support during the first 6 months of employment to help create positive and sustainable outcomes.
Who you are - You may have experience in recruitment, employment services, career coaching, community engagement, sales, or another role that involves building relationships and helping people achieve their goals.
- An understanding of the local employment market and the ability to build strong relationships with employers.
- Lived experience or an understanding of employment barriers facing job seekers with refugee background
- Culturally responsive: Demonstrates respect for diverse communities and commitment to equity
- Strong relationship-building, communication, and advocacy skills.
- A proactive and outcome-focused mindset, with the persistence to navigate challenges and identify opportunities.
- The ability to support and empower people from diverse backgrounds to achieve their employment goals.
- A willingness to travel throughout the Wellington region to meet with employers and community partners.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of former refugees, migrants, and their families by helping people build confidence, independence, and long-term employment pathways.
Previous applicants will be reconsidered and don't need to reapply.
To apply For a copy of our job description please copy and paste this into your web browser: https://www.Englishlanguage.org.nz/JobDescriptionWorkBroker
To be considered applicants must apply via our website. To apply, select the Apply Now button under the vacancy to fill out the application form and upload your CV and Cover Letter.
To make a confidential inquiry and learn more about this position, email hr@englishlanguage.org.nz
Please note that the role will close on the 25 October 2026, however we will be processing applications as they come in.
Applicants for this position should have the right to work in New Zealand - NZ citizenship, resident visa holder or a valid NZ work visa and be residing in New Zealand.