Chief Executive Officer
Aukaha
- Social, economic, environmental, and cultural services
- Growth, wellbeing and sustainability
- Kia kaha, au kaha – unite and bind together
Mō te Pakihi | About the Company:
This mana whenua-owned consultancy works across social, economic, environmental, and cultural sectors to enhance outcomes for their communities. Owned by five rūnaka of Kāi Tahu and serving the wider Otago region, they deliver services that uplift whānau and protect their taoka.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role:
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and visionary leader to guide a kaupapa Māori organisation with deep relationships across iwi, government, and industry. You’ll lead strategy, business development, oversee operations and finances, and champion the Aukaha vision of connection, sustainability and intergenerational wellbeing.
We’re looking for someone who brings not only strong leaderships, commercial depth, financial knowledge and business development competence, but also a deep commitment to tikanga Māori, kaitiakitanga, and working in partnership with mana whenua. Your experience with iwi, Māori development or Treaty-based relationships will be highly valued.
Mōu | About You:
You will inspire and support the talented team, ensure organisational excellence, and represent Aukaha with integrity and purpose. You will also play a key part in weaving together the threads of their mahi — binding people, place and purpose.
If you are passionate about leading positive change for Māori and the community, we encourage you to step forward.
Kia kaha, au kaha – let’s walk forward together.
Me tono mai inaīanei| Apply Now!
For further information, please get in touch with Russell Spratt on 029 446 3770 for a confidential kōrero.
To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.
At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying.
We are the landing place where our people can come to rest upon, a safe space.
A place where excellence and culture are encouraged and ultimately recognised.
Kia tau ai te mauri tū, te mauri ora ki te katoa. Nau mai, tau mai! Vitality and well-being for all. Welcome, settle here!
