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Vaka Malosi Youth Employment

Our Vaka Mālosi Youth Employment Programme helps rangatahi find their strengths, explore career opportunities, prepare for the job market, and develop the skills needed for success.

What is Vaka Malosi?

Vaka Mālosi draws inspiration from the rich cultural traditions of Pasifika and Māori, symbolizing strength (malosi) and navigation (vaka). In career development, self-efficacy—the belief in one’s ability to succeed—is a cornerstone. Just as our ancestors relied on the stars to guide their way, this programme serves as a vessel for rangatahi to chart their own path toward a brighter future.

The vaka represents their personal journey, and malosi embodies the inner strength they bring as they navigate toward their aspirations.

Are you a Rangatahi aged 18–24 who is:

  • Passionate about personal and professional growth?
  • Committed to actively working toward career goals and securing employment?
  • Positive and eager to learn?
  • Registered as a Job Seeker with MSD?

Programme Overview

Through tailored workshops, Vaka Mālosi helps rangatahi find their strengths, explore career opportunities, prepare for the job market, and develop the skills needed for success.

Vaka Mālosi includes:

  • 20 week programme for Job Seekers on MSD benefit
  • Compulsory Weekly Engagement & Attendance
  • Post Placement Pastoral Care
  • Support with industry training and upskilling programs for employment

The ultimate goal is employment—your final destination on this journey of growth and self-discovery.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Current Job Seeker registered with the Ministry of Social Development
  • Aged 18–24

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Let’s help you harness your malosi and navigate toward your aspirations!