Kaihautū: Director Strategic Māori Partnerships
Ryan and Alexander Consultancy Limited
- Develop strong, meaningful partnerships with Iwi, Hapū, and Whānau
- Part of the Executive leadership team
- New year, new role!
He waka kōtuia e kore e tukutukua ngā mimira
A canoe that is interlaced will not become separated at the bow
Ko wai mātau | About us
A canoe that is interlaced will not become separated at the bow
Ko wai mātau | About us
Whakatāne District Council is passionate about providing what is needed to support its communities to be the best they can be. The Council is committed to fostering a district that is the place of choice for people to live, work and play. It is committed to establishing effective relationships to strengthen partnerships with iwi, hapū and whānau. The Council prides itself on employing talented professionals who align with its values of trust, excellence, learning and teamwork.
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Ko koe te Kaihautū o te waka Māori kia kōtuitui ai ngā kōtuinga o Te Kaunihera ā-rohe o Whakatāne me ngā iwi, hapū, whānau anō hoki o te rohe nei.
He tūranga tēnei hei whakawhanake i ngā hononga i waenga i te Kaunihera me ngā hapori Māori, me te tautoko i ngā kaimahi ki te whakawhānui i ō rātau mōhiotanga ki te ao Māori.
Māu e ārahi Te Toi Waka Whakarei, e akiaki ana i ngā Kaikaunihera me ngā Kaiwhakahaere, te whakakotahi hoki i ngā whakaaro me ngā wawata o ngā iwi, hapū me ngā whānau Māori o te rohe nei ki ngā whakaaro me ngā wawata o te Kaunihera.
Are you a natural leader who is keen to provide strategic leadership and be an influential leader of Iwi and Hapū relationships? If so, this role of Kaihautū: Director Strategic Māori Partnerships could be for you!
This role is designed to provide strategic leadership to the organisation, including Elected Members and the Executive Leadership Team, and to foster the development of strong, meaningful partnerships with iwi, hapū, and whānau. A key focus of the position is to enhance the cultural competency and confidence of the organisation, ensuring it is a reliable and effective partner in delivering plans and projects.
As part of the Executive Team, this role will contribute to shaping and implementing the Long-Term Plan and other strategic initiatives, aligning with the priorities of the Whakatāne District Council, the wider sub-region, and the overall prosperity and well-being of the District. Key responsibilities include:
- Driving the implementation of Te Toi Waka Whakarei - Māori Relationships Strategy in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, strengthening Council's ability to be a trusted friend and Treaty partner. Offering strategic advice to the Chief Executive, Council, and key committees on matters concerning iwi, hapū, and Māori relationships, as well as on project and strategy execution.
- Actively engaging with Mana Whenua and the broader Māori community in the Whakatāne District to ensure the effective delivery of Council strategies, policies, and plans.
- Oversee and track iwi/hapū protocol agreements and management plans, addressing issues that may affect the relationships between Council, Mana Whenua, and the wider Māori community of the Whakatāne District.
Ko wai koe | About you
The background required for this role includes:
- A tertiary qualification in a related field such as Māori Development, Public Policy, or other relevant discipline.
- Strong standing in the Māori community with a high-level knowledge of te ao Māori me ōna tikanga.
- Competent in Te Reo Māori me ōna tikanga - ability to apply in the settings of Local Government and when interacting with Iwi and Hapū at place.
- A thorough understanding of the Crowns legislative and relationship responsibilities under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Excellent written and verbal communicator with the ability to confidently articulate concepts in Te Reo and English.
- Proven experience and ability to lead, manage and deliver strategy and bicultural development programmes from planning to successful completion.
Our values
- We’re always learning and improving – Toitū te Taumata
- We’re passionate and proud - Toitū te Mauri Ora
- We work as one team - Toitū te Mahi Tahi
- We put people at the heart of everything we do – Toitū te Tangata
- We care about our environment - Toitū te Taiao
Me pēhea te tono mai | How to apply
If you're a strategic thinker, and you'd love the opportunity to be part of this progressive Council, then we'd love to hear from you. Call Liz Kennedy with any questions or submit your covering letter and CV to liz@ryanandalexander.co.nz.
Applications will close on Wednesday 8th January. Please note Ryan + Alexander offices will be closed from Monday 23rd December – Monday 6th January.
