This session can provide you with advice on:

• studying or training
• changing careers
• preparing your CV and cover letter
• job appplications.

Spaces are limited, so email to book your spot.

Linwood

When: Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 

Where: Connected Centre, MSD Linwood Service Centre, 154 Aldwins Road

Request a booking dianne.mcgregor@enact.kiwi.nz

Papanui

When: Mondays and Fridays

Where: Connected Centre, MSD Papanui Service Centre, 58 Langdons Road

Request a booking connectedpapanui@msd.govt.nz

Rangiora

When: Tuesday and Wednesday

Where: Connected Centre, MSD Rangiora, 4 High Street

Request a booking connectedrangiora@msd.govt.nz

Hornby

When: Monday - Friday, Morning, Afternoon and Evening appointments available

Where: Online or by phone

Request a booking karen@careersavvy.co.nz

An opportunity for people to have a korero with Corrections team in an informal environment to learn more about the job, what it involves, the recruitment process etc.

When: Tuesday 6 December, 6pm
Where: Hornby Workingmens Club, 17 Carmen Road, Christchurch

During this interactive workshop, you will:

• Discover employment opportunities available now
• Set up a profile that will be visible to employers looking for incredible talent like you
• Explore Go with Tourism – The Job Search Hub
• Hear about employability skills required by a Hospitality and Tourism employer
• Hear about the funding available to help you earn while you learn

Sydenham

When: Wednesday 7 December, 2pm – 3.30pm
Where: Sydenham Connected Centre, 39 Durham Street South, Sydenham

Limited spaces available RSVP connectedsydenham@msd.govt.nz

Rangiora

When: Wednesday 14 December, 1pm – 2.30pm
Where: Rangiora Connected Centre, 4 High Street, Rangiora

Limited spaces available RSVP Connectedrangiora@msd.govt.nz

As a part of the Te Ara Rangatahi webinar series, you will explore:

• Work preparation support
• Labour market and employment
• Upskilling options to expand your opportunities
• Knowing your employee rights

When:

Monday 5 December, 11am

Friday 9 December, 11am

Monday 12 December, 11am

Friday 16 December, 11am

Please RSVP by Wednesday 30 November to connectedpapanui@msd.govt.nz

Join us for a series of two seminars in Ashburton

Gain confidence about what you have to offer the workplace, and explore options for self-employment.

When: Thursday 1 and 8 December , 10am - 1pm (morning tea provided)
Where: Community House Mid Canterbury , 44 Cass Street, Ashburton

Numbers are limited, please RSVP to: connectedhornby@msd.govt.nz

Employers and Tertiary Providers are onsite at Connected Linwood to meet with you on a regular basis.

Employers will talk about career opportunities with you, and interviews may follow.

When:
Monday, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, and 2pm
Tuesday, 9:30am, 10:30am, 11am, 1pm and 2pm
Wednesday, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm,and 2pm
Thursday, 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, and 2pm
Friday, 10:30am

Ara Drop-in at Linwood
Talk with an advisor from Ara about study options that interest you and sign up, or meet them at the campus and have a look around at the options available to you.

When: Fortnightly Friday 11am

Where: Connected Linwood, MSD Service Centre, 154 Aldwins Rd, Christchurch

Employers will be available in the Sydenham Connected space on a regular basis. Talk about career opportunities with them. With an opportunity for an interview will follow.

When: Each Tuesday at 1pm
Where: Connected Sydenham, 39 Durham Street South, Sydenham

Find out more: connectedsydenham@msd.govt.nz

Explore their courses on offer and more.

When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month , 10am - 11am 

Where: Connected/MSD, 56 Langdons Road, Papanui

If you have any questions please email: connectedpapanui@msd.govt.nz

Connected will assist you in finding the right service for your needs. We will be joined by representatives from Ministry of Social Development and Selwyn District Council.

A Ministry of Social Development representative is available for one to one sessions to discuss your Superannuation needs, or any questions you have.

Leeston Library

When: Monthly on the second Tuesday

Tuesday 13 December, 10am - 12pm

Where: Leeston Library, 19 Messines Street, Leeston

Darfield Library

When: Monthly on the second Wednesday

Wednesday 14 December, 10am - 12pm

Where: Darfield Library, 1 South Terrace, Darfield

For more information: email connectedhornby@msd.govt.nz or trudi.fraser@selwyn.govt.nz

Employers will do a short presentation on industry, organisation and vacancies. Potential individual interviews to follow.

When: Wednesdays, Weekly, 11.30am and 2pm

Where: MSD Riccarton, 78 Riccarton Road

For more information: connectedhornby@msd.govt.nz

Come along to the drop in sessions with Ara Institute of Canterbury, the largest Polytech in Te Waipounamu to find more about study options, no strings attached

Hornby

When: Fortnightly on Fridays, 11am 

Where: Connected Hornby, MSD Service Centre, 25 Shands Road

Riccarton

When: Fornightly on Wednesdays, 1pm 

Where: MSD Riccarton, 78 Riccarton Road

For more information: Connectedhornby@msd.govt.nz

An opportunity for anyone in South Canterbury and Waimate to discover what Employment or Study or Business opportunities are available in the region, over two events.

Timaru

When: Sunday 4 December, 10am – 4pm

Where: Timaru Festival of The Roses, Caroline Bay, Timaru

Waimate

When: Saturday 10 December, 10am – 4pm

Where: Strawberry Fare Markets, Boland Park, Waimate

If you would like more information, please email connectedtimaru@msd.govt.nz

Consider a role at Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand South Canterbury and become part of the team that makes it possible. Join a forward-thinking team and help them to achieve their vision for the future within the Health Industry.

Current Job availabilities:

• House Officer/GP Locum
• Medical Staff
• IT/IT Administration
• Nurses
• Social Workers

Lincoln University has a range of careers available including:

• Horticultural Technician

• Research Technician

• Tutor/Senior Tutor - English for Academic Purposes

• Piki Ake: Māori Research and Academic Development Coordinator

Selwyn District Council has a variety of permanent, full-time, part-time, fixed term and casual roles available.

These positions include:

• Assistant to Group Manager Community, Services & Facilities 

• Venues and Events Coordinator  

• Building Surveyors 

• Geospatial Analyst 

• Aquatic Centre Lifeguards

Ara/ Te Pūkenga has a range of opportunities that include:

• Admissions Administrator – International

• Student Advisor – International

• Student Advisor – Youth

• Document Production Administrator

• Academic Staff Member - Automotive Tutor

• Kaitiaki Ākonga - Residential Support

• Coordinator Community Development - Student Accommodation

Within Timaru's slice of paradise, you’ll find everything at your doorstep without the ‘big city’ rush.

Join the forward-thinking Timaru District Council team and help them to achieve their vision for the future

Current Job vacancies include:

• Lifeguards (Permanent and Casual)
• Parks Contract Manager, Community Development support officer
•  Animal Control Officer, Planners and Administrators

Find a Job is for anyone looking for work – you don’t have to be on a benefit. If you find a job you’re interested in, contact Work and Income to be put in touch with the employer.  

Etco will employ you for the three years and nine-month duration of your electrical apprenticeship.

During your employment, you will learn the practical aspects of the trade through placements with a range of host companies.

Because Etco want to give you a wider experience, the apprenticeship is three months longer than with other employers. The range of experience at Etco will open more choices for you when you graduate.

With this 4 week course you will be able to:

• Identify characteristics of assertive, aggressive, and passive communication styles.
• Describe aspects of non-verbal communication.
• Demonstrate assertive communication skills.

When: Every Monday for 4 weeks starting Monday 28 November
Where: Rangiora Ara
Cost: $72.00 (local)

More Courses will be run in Timaru, Ashburton and Madras Street campuses in 2023

Whānau Mahi is a full-time, 12 week wānanga, with rolling start dates.

Whānau Mahi will include various forms of counselling, daily mentoring, getting life and work ready. The course will include some worksite visits, work experience and trial periods that may lead into employment.

Te Aitarakihi will then continue to support employed whanau for as long as required after the programme finishes.

This programme is open to all cultures and tangata interested in learning in a Kaupapa Māori environment.

Transport and lunch are included.

For more information, please contact Kylie Kellas on 027 232 2622 or kylie@teaitarakihi.co.nz

Ara has a solution and is pleased to be able to offer a range of study options that you can study fully online, when and where you please.

That means you can study even if you're working full-time, you have other commitments, or if you don’t live near an Ara campus. Their fully online study options are delivered through eCampus NZ.

First decide which of the Ara qualifications you want to study:

• NZ Diploma in Business Level 5 (Human Resource Management)
• NZ Diploma in Business Level 5 (Leadership and Management)
• NZ Diploma in Business Level 5 (Accounting)
• NZ Certificate in Business Level 4 (Accounting Support Services)
• NZ Certificate in Business Level 3 (Introduction to Team Leadership)

The CUP programme provides an inclusive and supportive learning environment with small classes and individual attention to help you develop your confidence to succeed at university.

The CUP programme will help you to develop the skills necessary for successful university study, including:

• subject knowledge for pathways to degree programmes
• study and time-management skills
• oral and written communication skills for a variety of contexts
• analytical, critical, and problem solving skills
• information literacy skills
• interpersonal, group, and teamwork skills.

The CUP programme provides an environment for students to:

• build relationships with peers
• connect with Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
• plan for future study.

CUP is a 12-week programme of study for full-time students, with two six-week options throughout the year plus summer school. Flexible part-time and distance options are also available. 

NZMA offers four Level 3 Trades Courses you can study for free if you are Māori or Pasifika:

Certificate in Carpentry trades Skills
With a focus on carpentry, this course aims to arm you with the basic carpentry skills and knowledge you need so you can enter the workforce ready to embark on an apprenticeship.

Certificate in Plumbing and Gas Fitting
Secure your future in the construction sector today by training to become a plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer.

Certificate in Electrical Engineering
The hands-on 32-week programme sets you up to enter the electrical industry as an entry-level employee.

Certificate in Trade Skills with strand in Paint and Plaster
Tap into the building boom! In just 19 weeks you’ll gain the skills you need to become an apprentice or labourer in construction or allied trades.

UC strives to deliver excellent, research-informed education, and creative and innovative research with staff who are empowered to make a real difference to societies here and around the world. UC prepares its graduates to care, think and be future ready. 

Courses cover topics such as:

• Mental health and nutrition
• A better start to reading
• Antartica in a changing climate
• Introduction to Human Robot Interaction
• And more

Click on the link below to find the field of study and type of qualification to interest you. Qualifications range from certificate level 1-3 to doctorates.

Introduction to business

Starting a business? Introduction to Business is a two hour session. Learn about the different ways to structure your business, expenses you can claim, and how income tax and provisional tax works.

Kanohi ki te kanohi/Face to face

Wednesday 30 November, 10am (external site)

Wednesday 14 December, 10am (external site)

Where: Address provided upon registration, Christchurch

Online

Tuesday 29 November, 10am (external site)

Wednesday 30 November, 7pm (external site)

GST

Are you registered for GST or thinking of registering for GST? Attend the two hour session on GST. Learn about who needs to register for GST, what GST is charged on, what information must be recorded and how to send this to us, and ceasing your GST registration.

Kanohi ki te kanohi/Face to face

Tuesday 6 December, 4:30pm (external site)

Where: Address provided upon registration, Christchurch

Online

Tuesday 6 December, 10am (external site)

Employers

Are you employing? In the Employers session learn about who needs to register as an employer, and what information must be recorded and how to send to IR.

Online

No live sessions planned until 2023, watch a pre-recorded webinar. (external site)

This is online business training that is accessible 24 hours per day and in bite-sized chunks so that you can learn at your own pace. It is packed with resources, advice, videos and useful links and will take you step by step through the process of getting started.

• Practical, useable advice and information for developing your idea into a plan
• Take out some of the fear, by checking how realistic your idea is
• Written and video learning materials
• Interviews with business owners and experts who have put the concepts in these courses into practice
• Aimed at New Zealand businesses
• Access to the presenter of this course by e-mail so that you can ask questions or gain feedback for your implementation plans
• A huge list of resources to help you give your business the best chance of success

For questions or more information please contact Miles Dalton at ENC: miles@enterprisenc.co.nz

YMCA South Canterbury is offering businesses a single 2-hour facilitated session on Rainbow Education 101 that will enhance your businesses understanding of the LGBTQIA+ community. 

Sessions will include: 

• LGBTQIA+ terminology & meaning
• Differences, Stereotypes & myths
• Correct usage of Pronouns 
• Mental Health within the Rainbow community 

For more information and pricing please contact: Natasha Dominey on email: natasha@ymcasc.org.nz

Last Wednesday Club welcomes everyone to this event who are wanting to learn more about the community, get to know fellow local businesses/non-profit organisations or wanting to discover if joining this association is the right choice for their business.

Needing a bit of a chat with somebody who understands the challenges of running a business, particularly through difficult times?

Enterprise North Canterbury will match you with one of their peer support experts for a casual catch-up over your preferred cuppa so they can listen and offer ideas, support and insight. These PSP business professionals have been through many ups and downs and can offer some advice and support as to what you are going through.

ENC will e-introduce you to them and you can arrange a meeting - whether it be over a breakfast meeting or coffee break. 

These webinars are a fantastic starting point to finding out how the different organisations offer support for your growing business.

Connected.govt.nz - Connecting you to support for your business

Christchurch NZ - Hear from Christchurch's economic development agency

DigitalBoost.co.nz - Helping your business move into the digital world

The Networkers - Business networking benefits you and your business

Canterbury Employers’ Chamber of Commerce - Home and voice of Canterbury business

Enterprise North Canterbury - The economic development agency for North Canterbury

South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce - Building better business together

Ministry of Social Development - Work brokerage, financial support and more for you and your business

Inland Revenue - Here to support you, new to business or need to get on the right track

Business.govt.nz - Tools and expert advice, designed to help kiwi businesses save time and succeed

Employment.govt.nz - An introduction and an update to your rights and responsibilities as an employer