Candidate Engagement Facilitator at NZ Defence Force, Nelson - Marlborough

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Candidate Engagement Facilitators are a critical part of the team working closely with military recruiters to support candidates through the Army, Navy or Airforce selection process.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

• Provide effective communications and regular feedback to the candidates throughout the recruitment/selection process;
• Transition/support candidates through the recruitment process from application to on boarding;
• Arrange and monitor candidate assessments and pre-selection activities; and
• Maintain up to date candidate records within the PCMS Candidate Management System.

This is a fantastic opportunity to upskill and gain valuable experience within recruitment.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

Along with experience in administrative and customer support roles, you'll be able to:

• Provide an exceptional level of customer service;
• Communicate confidently and effectively at all times;
• Work independently and pro-actively manage your time, while remaining part of the team;
• Provide flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and priorities;
• Take a common sense, solutions based approach to any problems that arise; and
• Bring some knowledge and experience in the salesforce/ PCMS candidate management system.

You'll be someone who excels in a busy, high volume environment and works well under pressure, along with bringing a positive ‘can do' attitude to our friendly and collaborative team.

Mō mātou | About Us

Defence Recruiting (DR) aims to meet the recruit targets set by each of the Services: Army, Navy and Airforce, while supporting the quality and diversity required by the NZDF. Defence Recruiting look to recruit people who will perform and contribute to the organisation over time from a diverse range of talent pools.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice. 

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.

In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

• Great benefits for you and your family.
• Full time ongoing work.
• Fully funded life cover up to $300,000.
• Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers.
• 5 weeks annual leave per year.
• Flexible working environment and positive culture.
• Opportunities for career development.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
• If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.

Applications close on Thursday 23 March 2023.

Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Low level Security Clearance

• most preferably a NZ citizen, who has resided in this country continuously for at least the last five years, OR
• is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last five years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, the United Kingdom (UK) or the United States of America (USA); and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.