Professional clothing and career advice for men
Support and practical help for men looking for work. You can get professional work clothing, career development tools and an ongoing support network. It's available in Northland, Wellington and Bay of Plenty.
This service helps men find economic independence. They can help you get ready for job interviews, and support you when you're starting a new job.
What is this service
This is a 3-part service:
Clothes for work
You'll get the right clothing and footwear for your job interview, and another outfit suitable for your first week of work. This is a one-on-one service designed to meet your needs and the type of job you're looking for.
Careers services
Practical skills and advice to boost your chances of getting and keeping a job. You'll get help to prepare your CV, improve your skills for job interviews, and learn how to plan your career. This might be one-on-one or in group workshops.
Ongoing support
Once you're in work, you can access other services like mentoring programmes, buddy systems or networks. These will help you take the next step in your career.
Who can get it
To get this you need to qualify for a Transition to Work Grant from us. This covers the cost of the service.
Check the Transition to Work Grant page on our website to find out who can get this and how to apply:
How to apply
Call us on 0800 559 009 to apply for a Transition to Work Grant.
We'll talk with you to understand your situation and how we can help. We'll let you know what information you need to provide and how to get this to us.
How to contact the service
This service is run by Dress for Success. You can call the Dress for Success offices below to get more information, make a booking, or to ask any questions.
Northland: 09 4385505
Bay of Plenty: 07 348 3660
Wellington: 04 473 2940