Ko te manu e kai ana i te miro nona te ngahere, ko te manu e kai ana i te matauranga nona te ao.At Skills Group, we believe in empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Our whakatauki (proverb) captures our philosophy: "The bird who eats the miro berry, the forest is their domain. The bird who consumes knowledge, the (whole) world is their domain." We are on a mission to maximise human potential and create a better world. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us. Who is Skills Ignite? Skills Ignite is a high-quality tertiary college delivering training that's practical, industry-relevant, and focused on employment. What sets us apart is the personal touch we offer to all our students. We know every student by name and understand their hopes and dreams for the future. Our commitment is to support each student to achieve their personal and career goals. As part of Skills Group, which has delivered workplace training across 23 industries for the past 30 years, Ignite offers lifelong training and development opportunities. Whether face-to-face, online, or in the workplace, we've got you covered if you're looking to upgrade your skills or try a new career path. Job Description The opportunity As our Stakeholder and Community Engagement Lead, you will play a pivotal role in connecting Skills Ignite with the communities we serve. This is a dynamic role focused on building strategic partnerships, promoting Skills Ignite's offerings, and increasing enrolments. Working closely with our Maori & Pasifika Outcomes team, you'll develop and implement engagement strategies that resonate with key stakeholders, community leaders, schools, and organisations nationwide. Key responsibilities Developing Community Engagement Strategies: Identify and engage key stakeholders, including schools, community leaders, and organisations. Collaborate with Maori & Pasifika Outcomes and Marketing teams to align engagement plans. Partner with Specialty Trades Market Relationship Managers to leverage shared relationships. Building Relationships: Build strong connections with stakeholders through events, social media, and outreach. Act as a bridge between Skills Ignite and the community, fostering trust and transparency. Attend priority events to drive awareness and enrolments regionally and nationally. Implementing Engagement Initiatives: Run outreach campaigns, educational programmes, and internal events, such as Whanau evenings. Disseminate information about Skills Ignite and gather community input. Support enrolments by coordinating with the Student Support Advisors. Pastoral Care: Offer guidance to students navigating challenges in their learning journey. Maintain relationships with organisations that provide Hauora support services. Reporting: Maintain CRM records and monitor local industry trends for school engagement. Provide regular progress reports and recommend stakeholder events for Skills Ignite. Desired Skills and Experience What you'll bring Proven Experience: Experience in community engagement or outreach roles. Engaging Personality: A warm, engaging personality with strong interpersonal and collaborative skills. Excellent Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and facilitation. Organisational Skills: Ability to work independently and in teams, with strong organisational and time management skills. Community Knowledge: Understanding of community organising principles, social justice issues, and relevant policies. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in technology and social media platforms for engagement purposes. At Skills Group, our culture is built on our values of Joy, Manaakitanga, Collab, and Bold. We believe in creating a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Along with the opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment, you'll also enjoy a range of employee benefits: Health and Wellbeing: Medical insurance, EAP support, and annual flu vaccinations. Leave and Flexible Work: Flexible working arrangements, birthday leave, and additional bereavement leave. Superannuation and Financial: 5% employer contributions through SuperLife and a $500 talent referral scheme. Learning and Development: Weekly paid learning time, LinkedIn Learning access, and monthly in-house workshops. Ready to apply? Take the first step toward making a difference with Skills Group. Apply today and join a culture that values growth, collaboration, and community impact.
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