Business Services Manager

Advertised on behalf of Hiringa Oranga O Awarua Limited - Awarua Whanau Services

Permanent, Full Time

Invercargill

Kia hiwa ra!

Hiringa Oranga O Awarua Limited - Awarua Whanau Services is seeking a capable and strategic Business Services Manager to join our senior leadership team.

This role is central to ensuring the smooth and effective operation of our organisation's daily activities and long-term sustainability.

As Business Services Manager, You Will

Support seamless collaboration across teams and oversee core administrative functions including finance, payroll, HR, IT, Health and Safety, marketing and communications.

Manage resources to enhance organisational productivity and efficiency.

Lead the development and delivery of robust business systems and strategic initiatives.

Provide strategic direction and operational leadership across all business support functions.

Our Ideal Candidate

He korero mou / About you

Has proven experience in business development, strategic planning, or operational leadership.

Financial literacy and proficiency in budgeting and reporting; with a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.

Strong understanding of kaupapa Maori frameworks, tikanga, and te reo Maori.

Experience in health, social services, or community development and familiarity with government funding and contract management.

Demonstrates strong organisational and communication skills.

Is committed to kaupapa Maori values and responsive to the aspirations of whanau, hapu, and iwi.

Can build and maintain respectful relationships with individuals, whanau, key partners, and the community.

Mo Matou / About Us

Awarua Whanau Services is a Kaupapa Maori organisation providing health and social services in Invercargill, Otago and surrounding areas.

Our journey began in

• , evolving from a grassroots response of manaaki into a well-established provider supporting whanau across the region.

Ko ta matou mahi / We offer

A meaningful role within a kaupapa Maori organisation.

A supportive team environment where your mahi directly supports our people.

The opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives and community development.

Competitive salary (based on experience).

Me pehea te tono mai / How to apply

Apply today by sending a copy of your CV and covering letter to Sarah Lamerton at

For more information, download the full position description from our careers page, or reach out to Sarah directly if you have any patai.

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!

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