Pou Whakahaere

The Pou Whakahaere is responsible for providing cultural advice, support and safety to the Ministry and its staff. You will be an expert in Te Reo me ona Tikanga Maori and will act as an important link between Te Puni Kokiri and Whanau, Hapu, Iwi.

You will do this by: Acting as a cultural advisor by leading the organisation in its understanding and respect for Tikanga & strengthening the cultural capability of kaimahi. Contributing to building and strengthening relationships with whanau, hapu, iwi. Contributing to regional work programmes including leading and providing policy advice across a range of project related issues significant to Maori and Government Acting as an effective conduit for information both into and out of Maori communities to support Maori initiatives and help us develop policy. Contributing to and support the Ministry's Maori language plan through strategic input and coaching and mentoring of other staff. Contributing to regional work programmes as appropriate. Providing tikanga support to the Chief Executive, the Minister for Maori Development and other Ministers, and Senior Officials visiting the rohe. Creating and sustaining an environment in which Maori can succeed as Maori in the public service.

We are looking for a Pou Whakahaere who is dedicated to the region, is passionate about Maori wellbeing and development, is a strong relationship builder and, above all else is competent in their knowledge, skillset, and with what they do.

To be successful you will:

- Must disclose any convictions upfront, and any convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis - Be fluent in Te Reo Maori - Hold a clean full motor vehicle driver's licence. - Be an expert in Te Reo me ona Tikanga Maori - Have extensive and influential networks throughout Maoridom & ability to work across multiple iwi - Hold at least 2 years experience in a similar role - Driven to inspire the organisation to apply Maori concepts and frameworks to their work - Have an in-depth understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi in both its historical and contemporary context - Adaptable and agile - Experienced in establishing relationships with Maori groups and key local bodies - Can show examples of mentoring and coaching others, uplifting office capability in te reo and tikanga