Case Manager Kaituitui

7 days ago

Gisborne, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**Join our team and be immersed in the culture of the East Coast, while making a real difference in our Tairawhiti communities.**
- Full-time, permanent positions | Monday to Friday
- Start dates from: 5th January 2026

This is real work that changes lives - including your own.

Case Managers are the face of public service at the frontline. You'll work with New Zealanders navigating challenging life situations, such as employment changes, or financial stress, and help connect them to the right support at the right time. You may also be working with housing transitions which includes social and emergency housing.

This is complex, high trust mahi. You'll be making decisions that impact whanau and communities, balancing empathy and policy, speed and accuracy. If you value people, process, and purpose, and can bring calm to complexity - this could be the role for you.

**What you'll need to succeed | Ko to ahua**

You'll put clients at the centre - listening deeply, responding with care, and helping people move forward in a way that works for them.

You'll bring a high level of personal integrity, initiative, and self-management.

You'll also need to be:

- Fast and accurate with data entry - getting the detail right matters.
- Confident with technology - navigating multiple systems and supporting clients to do the same.
- A clear communicator - someone who can build trust, explain things simply, and make good decisions.
- Adaptable and steady - comfortable with change, high volumes, and problem-solving on the go.
- A strong team player - grounded, dependable, and collaborative.
- Comfort with numbers and detail - able to complete complex calculations related to payments, dates, and entitlements.

**What you'll be part of**:

- You'll join a public service organisation committed to manaaki tangata, manaaki whanau - helping New Zealanders to be safe, strong, and independent.
- You'll deliver integrated support across income, housing, and employment - helping clients navigate life transitions and connect to the right services, at the right time.
- You'll be part of a team that upholds public trust and lives our values: working with integrity, partnering for impact, and standing up for the people we serve.

**In return, we'll give you**:

- A full induction and training plan.
- Ongoing support from your peers and leaders.
- Development opportunities and career pathways.
- A role where your mahi directly contributes to stronger communities.
- A competitive salary based on **Band 4 ($69,159 - $84,041).**

**Recruitment and Selection Details**:

- **Applications close: Sunday 19th October 2025**:
**Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tunga**

A copy of the position description can be found here: Case Manager position description
- Why do you believe you're the right person for this Case Manager role? What skills and experiences will help you succeed?
- Manaakitanga is about showing care, respect, and generosity. How might you demonstrate this in your work as a Case Manager?

**Joining us**

Joining MSD means being part of a whanau 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 Maori, Hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.

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