Mayor's Task Force for Jobs

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About Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ)

MTFJ’s Community Employment Programme (CEP) is a nationwide partnership between MTFJ and the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) with a focus on getting more young people into sustainable employment. It highlights the power of localism by promoting community-led solutions for youth employment, working with Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) to contract councils (including Waitaki) from rural and provincial areas to run this programme.

Currently, the programme focuses on 18–24-year-olds (primarily those who are MSD clients) and 16–24-year-olds who are NEET (not in education, employment, or training), supporting them to sustainable employment. 

What the programme includes - for clients

Customised Support Plans

The unique needs and circumstances of each young person are taken into consideration, and individualised support plans are created. This support may include:

  • Drivers Licensing
  • Training
  • Counselling
  • Tools for the trade

Career Counselling

Guidance is provided on career choices, helping people identify their skills, interests, and potential career paths.

CV Building

Assistance is given to create effective CVs that highlight relevant skills, experience, and achievements.

Job Search Assistance

Support is offered to navigate job search platforms, identifying job opportunities, and applying for positions that align with the individual's goals.

Interview Preparation

Mock interviews are conducted to help individuals practice and improve their interview skills, providing feedback and tips for success.

Skill Development

Training programmes or workshops to enhance essential workplace skills are offered, such as key employability skills, first aid training, driver training, traffic management training, basic farm skills training, and essential skills for workplaces.

Job Placement Services

Mayors Taskforce for Jobs staff act as an intermediary between employers and job seekers, matching candidates with suitable employment opportunities.

Financial Literacy Education

Guidance on budgeting, financial planning, and understanding employment-related financial matters is offered, to empower individuals in managing their finances.

Resource Accessibility

Access to necessary resources, such as computers, internet, and job-search tools.

Job Retention Support

Ongoing support to help individuals navigate the workplace and retain their new employment.

Mental Health Support

Mental health support is provided either in person or online.

 

What the programme includes - for employers.

Job seekers

We will match job seekers to jobs and employers.

Grants and Subsidies

Assistance will be given to investigate grants and subsidies that might be available to support you and your new employee/s.

Training and Ongoing Support

New employees will be given training that supports them in your workplace. In addition, employees and employers will get three months or longer of pastoral support.

Equipment

Workwear and equipment will be provided for new staff.

Subsidies

Wage subsidies are available for a new employee of 30+ hours not already employed full time.

 

Mayors Taskforce for Jobs Waitaki Coordinator – Greg Pestell

Ph: 027 204 5819

Email: gpestell@waitaki.govt.nz