Kaitakawaenga – Marae Project Manager

Tāngoio Marae Trust is leading the rebuild of our marae - a once-in-a-generation kaupapa uniting our whānau to build a home for our hapū and the generations to come.

We are seeking a Kaitakawaenga to help lead and coordinate this major project, connecting people, culture, and progress across all parts of the rebuild.

About the Role

The Kaitakawaenga will support the Trust to plan, coordinate, and communicate across the marae rebuild. You’ll help keep the kaupapa organised and informed, preparing updates, supporting hui, tracking milestones, and strengthening relationships with whānau, partners, and cultural experts.

You’ll also work closely with the technical project lead and others involved in the design and build process, ensuring communication stays clear, decisions are well informed, and our tikanga, values, and hapū aspirations are reflected at every step.

This is a leadership role for someone who can hold both the detail and the bigger picture, keeping people, purpose, and progress aligned.

You’ll Bring

• Proven experience leading or coordinating Māori or community projects
• Strong planning, communication, and relationship skills
• Confidence engaging with whānau, kaumātua, and rangatahi
• Experience working across complex or multi-partner kaupapa
• Ability to manage competing priorities and keep others informed
• Sound judgement, discretion, and grounding in tikanga Māori
• Commitment to kaupapa Māori and the long-term wellbeing of our hapū

This mahi is about carrying the vision of our tīpuna and creating a space where whakapapa, reo, and tikanga can thrive for generations to come.

To Apply

Please send your CV and a short cover letter through Seek.

Applications close Wednesday 10 December 2025 , but we encourage you to apply early as applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be held before the closing date.

For more information or a kōrero about the role, contact Michelle de Beer on

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