Investigator Fraud Intervention Services Ministry of Social Development location Canterbury. $83,011.00.

The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.

As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.

As an investigator you will be responsible for the delivery and management of the Ministry’s responses to benefit, student and public housing fraud. You’ll be the face of our organisation, using your excellent communication, high level of initiative and sound decision-making skills to deliver outcomes.

You will be providing expertise and local knowledge in the development and implementation of local initiatives to deter and detect fraud and investigate activity. We are committed to providing you with a positive work environment and will work with you to achieve excellent results.

You will have highly developed interpersonal skills. The ability to interpret and apply appropriate policy and legislation. Organisational skills, including caseload management. Risk awareness. The ability to network within the Ministry and with outside agencies and the community. A full New Zealand driver’s licence and a willingness to travel to fulfil work requirements are essential.  Occasional overnight travel may be required.

To be successful in this role you will require either experience in a compliance or investigation role. A sound working knowledge of MSD products, policy and legislation. You will need to be self-motivated, well organised and have a commitment to achieving personal and team goals while operating with the highest of ethical and professional standards. Remuneration is dependent on relevant work experience and other factors. The salary range for this role is starting from $83,011.00 (band 6) per annum.