About us | Mō mātou:
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.
We have an opportunity for an experienced and community-minded Advisor to support the Regional Leadership Group with the implementation and development of the Resilience to Organised Crime in Communities (ROCC) initiative across the Northland Region – Te Tai Tokerau.
ROCC is a Cabinet-mandated, cross-agency initiative focused on addressing the social and economic drivers of organised crime in our communities. It combines social and economic interventions with targeted enforcement to reduce harm and promote long-term community wellbeing.
This role offers a chance to make a real difference — connecting agencies, iwi, and community partners to help build resilience, reduce the influence of organised crime, and strengthen whānau and community outcomes.
What you’ll be doing | He aha tāu e mahi ana
You’ll play a key role in the coordination and delivery of ROCC activities, including:
• Supporting and enabling local communities to develop ROCC-aligned initiatives.
• Providing advice and capability-building support for both existing and emerging community projects.
• Developing a needs analysis to map current services and initiatives funded within Northland.
• Working collaboratively with the Regional Leadership Group (RLG), NZ Police, and other key agencies to deliver joined-up social responses.
• Collating, analysing, and sharing relevant regional data to inform decision-making.
• Providing coordination and administrative support for the Community Resilience and Whānau Support Fund, ROCC Steering Group meetings, and RLG hui.
• Supporting the Regional Public Service Commissioner (RPSC) with other regional priorities as required.
You’ll be part of a team that works across agencies to achieve outcomes that improve whānau wellbeing and reduce harm in communities.
• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to engage effectively across multiple stakeholders and community groups.
• An understanding of social sector and community-led approaches to reducing harm and building resilience.
• Excellent coordination, analytical, and written communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively and confidently in complex, cross-agency environments.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and commitment to MSD’s purpose of helping New Zealanders to be safe, strong, and independent.
You can copy and paste the position description link into your web browser: https://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-service-delivery/client-service-delivery/regional-commissioner-advisor.docx
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono:
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 Executive Assistant to Regional Commission Mikayla on mikayla.allen021@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate. For secondment opportunities, please confirm the support of your current manager in the application form
Closing date: Sunday 7th June 2026
Joining us | Ko te hono mai:
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.
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