Kaupapa Māori Specialist - Kaiārahi Mahere

Come and make a difference with us:

We have an exciting vacancy to join an expanding Kaupapa Māori team. Iwi and hapū within our district have told us the importance of reflecting their views and aspirations in Council's planning instruments such as the Long Term Plan and District Plan. We are seeking a person who will work with iwi and hapū to bring their views and aspirations into the development of those plans and other planning processes within Council. The role also provides the opportunity to work as part of Council's strategic response to legislative reform, particularly as it relates to kaupapa Māori.

He tangata mōhio ana koe ki ngā mahi mahere ā ka taea e koe te whakaaro ake me pēhea te haere o tēnei mahi hei painga mō Ngai Māori otira mō tātou katoa.

You are a person with sound planning experience who understands the process of developing planning instruments such as the Long Term Plan and District Plan but will also be able to ensure that the views and aspirations of Māori will be captured within the development of those plans.

The opportunity:

• Work as part of Council's team that is responsible for the review of the District Plan ensuring that kaupapa Māori is incorporated into that work;
• Ensure Council's strategies, plans and policies as they relate to kaupapa Māori meet Council and statutory requirements;
• Build sound relationships with Māori to ensure that their views and aspirations are accurately reflected in the planning work that Council does.
• Ensure that the response to legislative reform appropriately considers kaupapa Māori.

To set you up for success, you'll have:

• A tertiary degree in a relevant planning, policy discipline;
• At least 4 years practical experience in a local government role;
• Experience in Strategic Engagement, Planning and Policy development as well as project development with a Māori focus;
• Advanced knowledge in Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori.

What we offer:

• A competitive employment package - including subsidised medical insurance
• Five weeks annual leave
• Flexible work arrangements and a pet friendly work environment
• Free onsite parking
• Sick leave on commencement of employment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Access to wellbeing resources and workplace support
• Assistance to relocate to the area

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.

Applications close 11.55pm on Sunday, 6 August 2023.

For further information please call the People and Capability Team on 07 571 8008.

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Permanent Full Time

Job no: GRAO354426

Location: Bay of Plenty, Western Bay of Plenty

Closing Date: Sunday, 6 August 2023

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