The Collective

1.YOUTH EMPLOYABILITY & FUTURE OF WORK ASSESSMENT - human potential measures of 10 behavioural skills, 5 performance metrics and 8 future of work attitudes. 2.EMPLOYABILITY WORKSHOP/MENTORING PROGRAM – coaching YP to experience and adopt renewed mindset and behaviours that increase their employability attractiveness through lens of the employer. Prepare YP for lifetime career growth and whole of person wellbeing and prosperity. Achieve life goals by realising one’s full Human Potential. 3.COLLABORATION: to co-design next generation YP employability learning solutions & tools, challenging us to go beyond "fixing problems" to radically transform YP and ourselves in our full rich diversity. 4.CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS for coaches and facilitators.

Te Mata Hiko – Contact Energy is investing $800million over three years to build the Tauhara 168 MW geothermal power generation plant, incorporating the world’s largest geothermal single shaft steam turbine. The construction of Tauhara Power Station has created many training and job opportunities. Ka Hiko ai te iwi is Contact Energy’s training and employment programme. How do you get a job on the Tauhara Construction? Do our FREE two-week pre-trade course of theory & practical training which includes: Site Safe Construction Passport, Risk Assessment, Safety Observer, First Aid, Working at Heights – advanced, Mobile Elevated Work Platforms and Confined Space & Gas Testing. Contact Energy’s investment includes a Scholarship Payment and your initial PPE gear. To apply you need to be able to pass random drug tests, physically fit and have reliable transport. Complete an online ‘registration of interest’ application and upload your curriculum vitae. Any queries contact Pilar Tahau Whelan 027 207 9103 | [email protected] | contactenergy.co.nz/kahiko

A charitable trust formed in 2009, Smart Waikato's purpose is to empower youth and employers through real education and employment pathways.Smart Waikato Trust is best known for Smart Transitions, Secondary School Employer Partnerships (SSEP), FutureForce® Action Network, endorseMe® Employability Record, and co-ordination of the Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) in the region.Smart Waikato is a strategic partner in FutureForce® Waikato, a ground-breaking careers resource designed to give young people the best advice about sustainable careers in the region in a youth-friendly format.

A charitable trust formed in 2009, Smart Waikato's purpose is to empower youth and employers through real education and employment pathways.Smart Waikato Trust is best known for Smart Transitions, Secondary School Employer Partnerships (SSEP), FutureForce® Action Network, endorseMe® Employability Record, and co-ordination of the Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) in the region.Smart Waikato is a strategic partner in FutureForce® Waikato, a ground-breaking careers resource designed to give young people the best advice about sustainable careers in the region in a youth-friendly format.

Taku Wairua is a personal development program for kiwis who want to become better versions of themselves. Individuals can lead themselves through the program or choose to be paired with a Mentor while completing the handbook or app. Ara ki te mahi is part of our Goal Setting pillar and has a Waikato based focus that enables Taku Wairua participants to engage with workplace opportunities. Taku Wairua has open enrolment and ara ki te mahi is offered to older participants who have an interest in developing their workplace skill base. There are opportunities for work experience placements in a range of industries, with some having apprenticeship offers.

This programme has been established to help students develop the skills required to gain employment in the Taupō region. A customised programme will be created for students at the commencement of the programme and it will be guided by an initial assessment process. This informative assessment process ascertains the necessary skills-development the student requires in relation to their preferred employment pathway. The learning plan can include, but is not restricted to, literacy and numeracy development, obtaining a driver licence, budgeting, preparation for tertiary-level training, computer skills for business and administration, on-site placement training and any preparation identified to ensure that the student has the skills required for employment. The programme timeframe is adapted to meet the students’ needs and availability. Once workready the student is assisted in gaining an employment opportunity.

Taupo Pathways kaupapa is to lead initiatives and programmes that advance education, training, employment and positive activities for young people to help them reach their full potential and find meaningful employment. We partner with local employers, iwi, youth services, schools and training providers who recognise the importance of young people having a plan and direction for the future. Offering various workshops and programmes, including: Licence to Work both in school programme and a 10 week LTW for unemployed youth. Pathways Connect workplace visits, Apprentice Connect supporting workplace trainees and apprentices. Taupo District Careers Roadshow showcasing tertiary and employment options to gather information for career planning.

YWRC provides employment relations education to young people to empower them with their working rights and help promote positive employment relationships. We also provide advice and support for young workers facing complex employment issues such as disciplinary processes, bullying, and dismissals.