Kaiarahi Taiao - Operations Lead
Ngāti Manuhiri
Job Description
Ko wai mātou? - Who are we?
Piki mai kake mai
Homai te waiora ki a au
Tēnā koutou rau rangatira mā
Ki ō tātou tini aituā kua whakaoneonehia haere atu haere.
Ki a tātou te hunga ora e tohe tonu ana ki te tohe oranga e mihi atu nei.
Nō reira Ngāti Manuhiri, anei e whai atu nei tā mātou tono e hāngai ana ki ngā tūranga e kimihia ana e koutou. Pēnā he pātai ā koutou, whakapā mai, ringi mai, imera mai. Ka mutu, mā te Atua e whakaheke i ana manaakitanga ki a koutou me ō koutou whānau mo te Kirihimete, huri noa tēnā koutou katoa.
Ngāti Manuhiri Settlement Trust (NMST) is a post settlement government entity PSGE Māori organisation dedicated to delivering outcomes for the iwi through governance, environmental stewardship, cultural revitalisation, and economic development. Guided by Ngāti Manuhiri tikanga, Te Tiriti o Waitangi and grounded in manaakitanga and kaitiakitanga, they work to strengthen relationships with whānau, hapū, and the wider community.
The purpose of the Ngāti Manuhiri Settlement Trust is to receive, administer, manage, protect and govern the Trust’s assets to ensure the cultural, commercial and social development of Ngāti Manuhiri for the benefit of its members.
We are seeking a dynamic leader to drive environmental initiatives that protect taonga and uphold the values of Ngāti Manuhiri. If you have expertise in environmental management and you have a commitment to kaupapa Māori, these opportunities are for you.
Kaiārahi Taiao | Operations Lead - Environment - Reference - NM105
The Kaiārahi Taiao will oversee land-based environmental management and conservation efforts, leading projects that restore and protect Ngāti Manuhiri’s natural resources.
Key Responsibilities and skills/experience required:
- Develop and manage environmental conservation and restoration projects.
- Lead environmental compliance and resource management initiatives.
- Work with iwi, hapū, and government agencies to advance environmental stewardship.
- Oversee environmental monitoring, policy development, and regulatory engagement.
- Champion the integration of te ao Māori in environmental practices.
- Experience in land conservation, environmental policy, or planning is advantageous.
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office suite, along with proficiency in project management and environmental monitoring systems (e.g., GIS or similar).
- Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
- Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and some proficiency in te reo me ōna tikanga Māori.
- Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
- Ability to take initiative and a proactive approach to tasks and projects.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, and in collaboration as a team member.
- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical writing skills
- Strong time management and decision-making skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Creative, independent thinker with the confidence to lead and contribute effectively within a team.
- Flexible and willing to travel as needed; self-starter with strong computer and organisational skills.
Why Join Us?
If you are passionate about making a real impact in environmental conservation, this is your opportunity to be part of an iwi-led, kaupapa Māori organisation committed to upholding the mana and well-being of their whenua and moana.
Join a team that values kaitiakitanga, fosters meaningful partnerships, and is working towards a sustainable future for generations to come. If you want to be part of an organisation where your leadership and expertise will directly contribute to protecting and enhancing the natural taonga of Ngāti Manuhiri for the benefit of all, nau mai, tono mai!!
Te tono - How to apply:
Please email heather@manarecruitment.co.nz (quoting the reference number) to request an information kete and any additional information.
Applications close: We will process tono as they are submitted.
