Work with us

We need the right people to join our team which is working to deliver better outcomes for disabled people tāngata whaikaha Māori, their families and whānau.

We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and accessible.

Flexible workplace and roles

We are a flexible workplace, and we have offices in main centres across New Zealand.

We also have a reasonable accommodation in employment policy so that our people can get the necessary workplace adjustments they need to do their job.

Some roles may be advertised with part-time hours but if you see any role that comes up that match your skills, even if it is full-time, we encourage you to apply and tell us about the flexibility you require.

If you have a specific query or accommodation request for our recruitment team, please email PeopleandCulture@whaikaha.govt.nz

Whaikaha job vacancies

At the moment, the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) and external job websites host our recruitment advertisements.

If for any reason you cannot use these sites, please contact us and we will send you information about roles you are interested in.

Deputy Chief Executive, Outreach and Innovation

The Deputy Chief Executive, Outreach and Innovation will support the Chief Executive to provide disability system leadership across government and collaborate and influence across Aotearoa New Zealand, including through working with the community, local government, non-government organisations and businesses to remove barriers and bring about societal changes that improve the lives of disabled people.

For more information including how to apply, visit the Deputy Chief Executive Outreach and Innovation page on the MSD website. external URL

  • Location: Wellington
  • Two-year fixed-term role
  • Applications close 5pm 13 February 2025

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NZSL: Deputy Chief Executive, Outreach and Innovation external URL