Kaitātari Kaupapa Here / Policy Analyst
Whangārei District Council
Mā te mahi tahi i raro i te korowai o te aroha ki te tangata me te whenua ka taea te tū kotahi ki roto i ngā nekenekehanga o te Kaunihera ā-Rohe o Whangārei.
There's never been a better time to join us here at Whangārei District Council as our district continues to grow and we are continuously working to strengthen our strategic partnerships and enhance service provision to our community.
To support us as we go forward, we are looking for an experienced Kaitātari Kaupapa Here / Policy Analyst to provide specialist support and advice on central and local government policy and legislative responsibilities to mana whenua, hapū, iwi and mātāwaka and the impacts of those obligations on the organisation’s functions. As there is little guidance in this space, we are looking for someone with demonstrated experience in policy writing and the methodologies of creating policy in a local government context.
Through developing strong relationships with mana whenua, hapū, iwi and mātāwaka, this role will focus on creating two-way understanding and seeking resolutions of issues to gain a shared understanding of the two world views in relation to legislative processes and policy development.
It will also seek to further develop the understanding of the Māori world view within council in relation to the services council provides, working alongside staff to enhance understanding and application of legislative provisions, policy development and other strategic processes for Māori.
Success in this role can make a positive impact on your community and if that sounds like something you're keen to take on, and you are able to demonstrate the following requirements, we'd love to hear from you:
- A relevant (policy related) tertiary qualification or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years proven policy writing experience and knowledge working with these methodologies in a local or central government context.
- Experience working with mana whenua, hapū, iwi and Māori communities.
- Significant understanding and practical application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) in a local government setting.
- Ability to influence others through development of strong working relationships and provision of clear well thought out advice.
- Confidence to deliver in a variety of environments where work may be carried out including marae, Council Chambers, internal organisation etc.
- Hands on knowledge and experience of local government and its legislative responsibilities to Māori would be advantageous.
- Proficiency in Te Reo Māori and excellent understanding of Tikanga Māori would be advantageous (desire to learn te reo as part of the position will also be considered).
If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please apply today – we would love to hear from you.
At Whangārei District Council we offer a range of flexible working and life balance options for those that want to work in a professional and progressive environment while still having the time to take advantage of everything our district has to offer. In addition, our employment package includes Health Insurance, Life Insurance, payment of a professional membership, continuous development opportunities and an active social club plus much more.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the People and Capability team on (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.
Applications close 5pm, Monday 10 March 2025.
Simon Weston
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
