Strategic Advisor - Mana Whenua
Rangitikei District Council
Strategic Advisor - Mana Whenua ($92,000 - $108,000)
He angitūtanga | The Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person who is committed to fostering Te Ao Māori and Mātauranga Māori. Someone who can provide a link between hapu/iwi and council through education and communication.
You’ll be working closely with mana whenua within the Rangitīkei rohe, fostering connectedness while maintaining the integrity of individual hapu/iwi.
This is a full-time permanent role based in Marton.
He aha te mahi| What you will do
- Provide day to day cultural and strategic advice to elected members and council staff to create and maintain respectful relationships with mana whenua and Council
- Encourage, support, and lead Council-wide training on Te Ao Māori, Te Reo, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and Tikanga Māori
- Develop/provide advice on the development of policies, procedures, systems and processes that improve the effectiveness of Māori involvement in Council
- Develop and implement organisation-wide Iwi/Hapū policies, plans and strategies that provide the direction to ensure iwi are engaged in Council’s projects and programmes
- Coordinate, provide advice and support public consultations and engagement processes ensuring authenticity to iwi
Ko wai to Pukeka| What you will bring
- Knowledge and understating of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Mātauranga Māori
- Proficient written and oral communication skills in English and Te Reo Māori
- Understanding of Tikanga Māori protocol
- High level of understanding of the principles of planning and policy development
- Ability to analyse and interpret policies, procedures and regulations
- Knowledge of the Local Government Act 2002
- A strong strategic approach to business planning and problem solving
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
- Flexible working options
- Personalised career and development plans
- Tailored wellness benefits
The closing date for this role is 5.00 pm on Sunday 15 September 2024.
For any enquiries about this role please contact Jo Manuel, Manager Mana Whenua & Community Hubs at Joanne.manuel@rangitikei.govt.nz.
Ko wai mātou | Who are we
He oranga Whenua, He oranga Tangata, He oranga Wairua. Tihei Mauriora!
At Rangitīkei District Council, we believe in bringing together thoughts, perspectives, and expression from all kinds of backgrounds. Our small, close-knit team strives to create a space and culture where you feel like you belong and that you can make a real difference. We also believe in a balance between work and play that allows you to enjoy life.
Ngā Pou | Values
We are driven by our values.
Our smaller structure means when you join RDC you can make a real difference. Our close-knit team have an impact on one another and the local community every day.
The Rangitīkei District Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome and support people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.
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