Kaitohutohu Matua Māori - Senior Māori Advisor (0.5 FTE)
Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ)
Categories: Coordinators and Advisors, Cultural Services, Government / Local Government, Support Services
Job Type: Part-Time
Salary Range: NZ$80,000 - NZ$100,000
Location: Wellington
Nau mai e te wairua taketake o ngā tini Atua. Nā rātou te whiwhinga tahi o te māramatanga. Tēnā koutou e ngā kaitono mō te tūranga nei me te kī kua huakina te kūaha ki a koutou ki te kuhu mai ki roto. Ko tā te rōpu e whakahaerehia ana nga Kaunihera ā rohe e kī ana, kei a mātou te mana whakahaere, nō mātou te reo me te tirohanga e pā ana ki ngā kaupapa kapapori o Aotearoa. Kāti, homai ā koutou tono kia tirohia e mātou, mā mātou e whiriwhiri i runga i te tika me te pono. Nō reira, mā te Runga Rawa koutou me ō koutou whānau e tiaki, huri noa tēnā koutou katoa.
- Develop an approach for strengthening Te Ao Māori, Tikanga and Te Reo Māori across local government
- Support the aspirations of Te Maruata network of Māori elected and appointed members to grow cultural capacity within LGNZ and the sector
- 0.5 FTE, flexible location - preference for Wellington based
Mō mātou | About us
Te Kāhui Kaunihera o Aotearoa (Local Government New Zealand LGNZ) vision is to create the most active and inclusive local democracy in the world. To achieve that, they champion, connect and support local government.
LGNZ represents the national interest of councils across New Zealand, advocates for local government on critical issues, decodes policy, makes submissions and develops thought leadership. They connect members through networks, sector events and a must-attend annual conference that brings everyone together, as well as promoting best practice.
Te āhua o te tūrunga | The nature of the position
The position of Kaitohutohu Matua Māori - Senior Māori Advisor has been created to support the presence of Te Ao Māori and Tikanga in the core functions of LGNZ.
The position reports to the Aporei Māori and works closely with all LGNZ kaimahi and LGNZs national committee of Māori elected members, Te Maruata.
Hutia Te Rito (LGNZs Māori strategy) has been developed in 2024 to provide the foundations for LGNZs aspirations to build capability for LGNZs kaimahi and members. This includes Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Iwi relationships, Te Reo Māori and Tikanga.
The Kaitohutohu Matua Māori is a critical role to support the implementation of Hutia Te Rito, particularly regarding Tikanga and Iwi engagement across the kaimahi and mahi at LGNZ. The role supports the building and maintenance of Iwi partnerships, critical to LGNZs mahi, including (but not limited to) SuperLocal Conference, member events, marketing and communications, policy and advocacy and Te Maruata work programmes. The role will also play an important role in the Tikanga and Te Reo Māori approach for LGNZ.
This is a 0.5 FTE, permanent role. Ideally based in Wellington, however we are open to talking to applicants from across the motu.
Ngā tino pūkenga me wheako | Essential knowledge, skills and experiences
Demonstratable skills, knowledge, and experience required for application include:
- Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, its articles and principles: partnership, participation and active protection.
- Proficiency in Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga with a passion for inspiring others to embrace Te Ao Māori and Mātauranga Māori.
- Experience with writing and delivering programmes which include Te Reo Māori, Te Ao Māori perspectives, Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Experience working in a Kaupapa Māori environment, e.g. with Mana Whenua, Iwi, or a Māori organisation.
- Expert communication and strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated experience building relationships and managing stakeholders through trust, advocacy, and mana enhancing ways.
- A strong understanding of how councils and local government operate, and an understanding and appreciation of local government’s role in the community would be beneficial to an application. As would political astuteness in navigating the complexities of Te Ao Māori and both central and local government.
Kei roto mō koe | What’s in it for you:
LGNZ takes the opinions and needs of their people seriously. LGNZ people say that they appreciate working in an environment that is supportive, flexible, creative, positive and fun. They’ve identified that success of the team depends on feeling connected, appreciated, inspired, curious, optimistic, and supported. These are real sentiments identified by the people who work for LGNZ.
Other benefits you will enjoy:
- 5 weeks of annual leave, plus 3 additional days per annum between Christmas and New Year.
- A flexible working environment.
- Modern offices in the Cuba Quarter.
- Subsidised health insurance.
Te Tono | How to apply:
To apply, or to enquire in confidence, candidates can contact Heather Walker for a conversation on (09) 632 1108 or email Heather directly to heather@manarecruitment.co.nz to request an information kete and next steps to submitting your tono.
Applications close: Monday 28 October 2024 at 5.00pm
