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September 23, 2024
LGJobs
Whangarei
OTHER & FULL TIME
Kahāpai Kaupapa Māori
We are carers for Northland's environment and community. Are you one of us?
A few things you should know about Northland Regional Council…
Our work is ultimately about working together to care for our region’s incredible environment and many communities, matching our skills and resources with the vision and aspirations of our people. From healthy waters, protecting our native taonga, developing meaningful relationships with tangata whenua, to creating resilient and adaptable communities in a changing climate. Here at the Northland Regional Council your work makes a difference to our community.
Toitū te whenua, toitū te moana, toitū te tangata. If the land is well, if the sea is well, the people will thrive.
The opportunity awaits…
Our Māori Relationships team is growing and with this growth has come a fantastic leadership opportunity. This role will lead a small team of Kaiāwhina Kaupapa Māori, offering support and leadership to ensure successful relationships and networks with iwi, hapū and whānau.
This role is pivotal in building and maintaining a high-trust relationship between the council and tangata whenua, ensuring effective engagement and meaningful participation in council activities.
You will uphold and acknowledge iwi, hapū, and whānau matauranga tuku iho in accordance with te ao Māori, including manaakitanga, mana motuhake, and kaitiakitanga. Additionally, you will ensure that knowledge about local issues pertaining to Māori, including iwi dynamics, Treaty settlement status, and the iwi political landscape, is available to shape the council’s plans, operational activities, and engagement with tangata whenua.
Do you have what it takes?
We need someone who will provide strong leadership skills and has proven success at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. In addition, you will bring the following:
What's in it for you?
Just as you care about your community and environment, NRC cares about you and we are committed to the wellbeing of our people. We celebrate our efforts as a team and recognise every individual for their contribution and dedication to their mahi.
We understand the importance of flexibility, so we’re committed to alternative working arrangements for our people. We have a range of flexible work arrangements that we can consider to suit the varied lifestyles of our people.
What's next?
The mahi we do really makes a difference and if you are someone who is motivated to contribute to the management of Northland's environment, please apply. Want to have a kōrero with us first or just need more information? If so, contact our Kaiwhakahaere Hononga Māori, Kim Peita (kimp@nrc.govt.nz). When you hit apply, you will be taken through to our external careers site, and will be able to view the Job description here: JD: Kahāpai Kaupapa Māori
Applications close on 2 October 2024
We review applications as they are received / apply now as the close date may change. Please note we will not accept email applications.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency/citizenship or valid NZ work visa.
A few things you should know about Northland Regional Council…
Our work is ultimately about working together to care for our region’s incredible environment and many communities, matching our skills and resources with the vision and aspirations of our people. From healthy waters, protecting our native taonga, developing meaningful relationships with tangata whenua, to creating resilient and adaptable communities in a changing climate. Here at the Northland Regional Council your work makes a difference to our community.
Toitū te whenua, toitū te moana, toitū te tangata. If the land is well, if the sea is well, the people will thrive.
The opportunity awaits…
Our Māori Relationships team is growing and with this growth has come a fantastic leadership opportunity. This role will lead a small team of Kaiāwhina Kaupapa Māori, offering support and leadership to ensure successful relationships and networks with iwi, hapū and whānau.
This role is pivotal in building and maintaining a high-trust relationship between the council and tangata whenua, ensuring effective engagement and meaningful participation in council activities.
You will uphold and acknowledge iwi, hapū, and whānau matauranga tuku iho in accordance with te ao Māori, including manaakitanga, mana motuhake, and kaitiakitanga. Additionally, you will ensure that knowledge about local issues pertaining to Māori, including iwi dynamics, Treaty settlement status, and the iwi political landscape, is available to shape the council’s plans, operational activities, and engagement with tangata whenua.
Do you have what it takes?
We need someone who will provide strong leadership skills and has proven success at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. In addition, you will bring the following:
- Tertiary qualification and/or significant experience relevant to the functions of the position.
- Demonstrated management level decision-making, planning and motivation skills.
- Communicates clearly and with empathy in a range of cultural and social contexts.
- Sound understanding of tikanga Māori and, ideally, ability to converse in Te Reo Māori.
- Confidence and experience communicating and engaging on marae and with communities
- Knowledge history of Aotearoa New Zealand and an understanding and appreciation of the place of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi in national and regional affairs.
- A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the complexity of tāngata whenua issues and challenges, particularly in regard to Te Taitokerau.
- Local government experience or understanding of local government operations.
What's in it for you?
Just as you care about your community and environment, NRC cares about you and we are committed to the wellbeing of our people. We celebrate our efforts as a team and recognise every individual for their contribution and dedication to their mahi.
We understand the importance of flexibility, so we’re committed to alternative working arrangements for our people. We have a range of flexible work arrangements that we can consider to suit the varied lifestyles of our people.
What's next?
The mahi we do really makes a difference and if you are someone who is motivated to contribute to the management of Northland's environment, please apply. Want to have a kōrero with us first or just need more information? If so, contact our Kaiwhakahaere Hononga Māori, Kim Peita (kimp@nrc.govt.nz). When you hit apply, you will be taken through to our external careers site, and will be able to view the Job description here: JD: Kahāpai Kaupapa Māori
Applications close on 2 October 2024
We review applications as they are received / apply now as the close date may change. Please note we will not accept email applications.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency/citizenship or valid NZ work visa.
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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