Management (Community Services & Development) Full time About the role: Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Kaiarahi Maori Strategic Manager is responsible for guiding Comcare through a process of evolving a partnership approach with Maori and ensuring the organisation has the capability and capacity to uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi and focus on Maori health equity in fulfilling our mission. The role includes wider community and sector engagement, providing leadership and strategic direction on the development and implementation of an engagement plan to progress partnerships and relationships with Maori. About you: Strong iwi networks and extensive expertise building linkages with iwi, hapu and Kaupapa Maori organisations Highly developed knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Crown obligations to Maori development and wellbeing Competency with Te Reo Maori and tikanga Maori Experience in leading cultural change, modelling and encouraging new ways of working, and reinforcing desired behavioural change Demonstrated track record of establishing credibility, personal impact and building excellent working relationships with a wide range of relevant internal and external stakeholders Ideally a first-hand experience or strong interest in supporting those who have lived and are affected by mental illness, distress and/or addiction Evidence of having developed Maori cultural competence and influenced strategic direction and implementation in organisations Strong communication skills, able to educate and facilitate Solid experience in influencing people, leading work programmes and change management Experience planning and delivering seminars and trainings In return Comcare provides a supportive and positive culture that is committed to the ongoing development of its workforce. Applications close midday 31 October 2024 Please note, this role may close earlier if suitable candidates are found so apply today! Only job applications that include a completed Comcare Application form will be considered. If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment Team on #J-18808-Ljbffr