Principal Advisor – Iwi Business Services

Principal Advisor – Iwi Business Services

Published : 11 / 11 / 2025

Job Location : Porirua / New Zealand

Job Type : Fixed Term

Work Type : Full Time

Category : Iwi Business Services

Shape the future of iwi-led economic transformation

Newly established opportunity | Porirua | Full-time

Taumata Search & Selection is proud to partner with Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira on these appointments.

About Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira

Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira is the mandated iwi authority for Ngāti Toa Rangatira. Through its Pou Whakamana programme, they are creating pathways for whānau to build wealth, for whānau-owned businesses to grow, and for people to access services that enhance their mauri ora.

Pou Whakamana represents a step-change in iwi-led economic development — redesigning how prosperity flows to whānau through values-led procurement, financial empowerment, and business support. This programme is funded, supported, and moving at pace — creating a lasting framework for intergenerational prosperity and self-determination.

Ngā Kōwhiringa | The opportunities

We are seeking a passionate, skilled individual to help deliver this kaupapa :

Principal Advisor – Iwi Business Services (#119)

A senior role for an experienced project and programme leader who can turn strategy into delivery. You’ll work alongside the GM Iwi Business Services to lead complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives that drive systemic change across the Toa Economy — including :

• A financial empowerment platform enabling whānau to grow intergenerational wealth;
• A kaupapa Māori procurement framework redirecting regional spend into whānau-led enterprise.

You’ll bring strong project management expertise, experience working in or with Māori organisations, and the ability to lead through influence, collaboration, and kaupapa.

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring

Whether you’re an emerging professional or an experienced leader, you’ll share :

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

To find out more, including job description or to have a confidential kōrero, contact :

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Email your CV and a brief cover letter to , quoting :

#119 (Principal Advisor)

Applications close : Sunday 30th of November 2025.

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