Tikanga Programme Facilitator

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of tangata whaiora?

Working at Christchurch Men's, Christchurch Women's, Rolleston Prison's, and in community.

Permanent Full Time 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday with some weekend Wananga work.

Salary $70 - 85k

Te whiwhinga mahi – The opportunity

Purapura Whetu are proud to be delivering Te Ihu Waka Tikanga Maori programmes for the Department of Corrections.

The Kaiwhakatere Waka / Tikanga Programme Facilitator plays a vital role in supporting whaiora and their whanau to connect to Te Ao Maori, increase knowledge of Te Reo and Tikanga, strengthen identity and increase confidence and ability in aspects of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, rangatiratanga and wairuatanga.

This position requires an individual who is passionate about Maori culture and has the ability to engage with diverse groups to foster a deeper appreciation of cultural practices.

We are looking for a Tikanga Programme Facilitator to join our Matauranga Maori team.

Nga kawenga matua o te mahi – Key responsibilities of the role

To plan and facilitate Te Ihu Waka Tikanga Maori Programmes for tangata whaiora serving sentences in Prison or in the Community.

Delivering engaging tikanga based workshops for tangata whaiora.

Developing resource materials that reflect core principles of Tikanga within Te Ao Maori.

Working collaboratively with other facilitators and kaimahi to ensure programmes are culturally relevant and effective.

Facilitating discussions around cultural identity, mana, respect, and understanding among participants from different backgrounds.

The role also involves building strong relationships with local iwi (tribes) and community organisations to promote collaboration in Matauranga Maori practice.

The Tikanga Programme Facilitator will be expected to represent Purapura Whetu Trust by ensuring that tikanga is upheld throughout all interactions.

A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued is essential for success in this role.

Nga pumanawatanga ou – What you will bring

Strong knowledge in Te Reo Maori me ona Tikanga.

Knowledge of the Treaty of Waitangi and its practical application within the context of this role.

Ability to facilitate programmes in the Corrections environment, working with tangata whaiora who have varying levels of knowledge, understanding and ability in Te Ao Maori.

A non-judgmental approach to working with tangata Whaiora

Mo matou – Our Organisation

Our organisation recognises Te Tiriti o Waitangi as the founding document of this nation and therefore, guided by the tenets thereof expects that Maori consumers of Mental Health our services and their whanau have the same rights to the highest standards of matauranga mate hinengaro care as everyone else.

This means, in effect, addressing the disparities in Mental Health wellbeing for Maori consumers.

Further to ensuring that tangata Whaiora and their whanau receive the highest standards of professional assistance in actively managing their lives.

Mental Health related conditions.

Purapura Whetu emphasises that integration of care involves developing a coherent and comprehensive understanding of the needs of tangata Whaiora and their whanau and is aimed at enhancing overall well-being rather than treating the treatment of specific disorders or problems.

Mo matou uara – Our Values

Protecting the Tino Rangatiratanga of whanau and their right to quality care.

To promote the right of Maori through a Te Ao Maori perspective, inclusive of Tapu, Mana, Mauri, Whanaungatanga, Wairuatanga, Hinengaro, Tinana, Ukaipo and Matauranga Maori, to achieve lifelong growth and quality of life.

You will be part of a dedicated team working across prison sites and Otautahi communities, and a valued member of the wider Purapura Whetu whanau.

We provide ongoing training opportunities, and relocation support is available.

Please apply now.

Any patai, please contact Mairehe Tankersley on 021 240 8416

Request the position description by emailing

Applications close 5pm Thursday 18th September and will be processed as they are received.