Te Runanganui o Ngati Porou is a unique and dynamic organisation that comprises three subsidiaries:
Ngati Porou Oranga - Primary Healthcare, Housing, and Social Services
As an iwi organisation, we represent and support the collective interests and aspirations of nga whanau me nga hapu o Ngati Porou. Our work reflects the needs of our people and the industries that thrive on the lands and waters in our rohe.
Mana Ake Tairawhiti is a new service delivering early intervention psychosocial support to Ngati Porou East Coast Schools. We are dedicated to uplifting the mental wellbeing, awareness & understanding through wananga based learning within kura, communities & whanau. We are looking for a Kaiwhakatere to join our team delivering this Kaupapa to the kura communities between Whangara all the way to Makarika.
The Kaiwhakatere will play a crucial role in delivering engaging mental wellbeing wananga (schools). This position requires a confident individual with strong facilitation skills, who's strengths lie in inspiring young tamariki & rangatahi to be resilient & healthy.
This is a Permanent full-time position, based in Gisborne, with some travel within the region to deliver programs and workshops.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Facilitate wananga for children, promoting cultural understanding and participation.
Develop and implement engaging educational activities that encourage wellbeing.
Facilitate mental wellbeing wananga in kura, creating a safe space for children to explore and discuss mental health topics.
Collaborate with colleagues, Tumuaki, teachers, whanau & community members to enhance program delivery.
Participate in training and upskilling opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Participate in delivery of training & workshops for ECNP teachers, communities & whanau.
Proficient in Ngati Porou haka, waiata and te reo.
Experience working with children in educational or community settings.
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage and inspire participants.
Confidence in traveling to different locations for program delivery.
A willingness to learn and upskill in various areas related to the role.
Full, clean NZ Driver License.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrates a range of skills, knowledge, and attitudes that contribute positively to the organisation's purpose.
Able to establish a good rapport with people.
Being flexible, innovative, and open to continuous learning in a changing environment.
Trustworthy and confidential.
We are committed to developing and providing opportunities for further professional growth for our kaimahi. We also offer a range of benefits including:
A supportive, friendly environment, where people love coming to work.
Awesome opportunities for professional and personal development.
Working from a Te Ao Maori Lens, Values, Tikanga, Te Reo Maori.
To apply, please submit a current Cover Letter and CV with your application, describing your motivation for joining Ngati Porou Oranga reflecting relevant skills and experience.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The preferred and/or successful applicants will be willing to undergo our pre-employment screening which can include Police Vetting, Child Checks, OT Vetting, Criminal Record Checks, Medical Checks, ID checks and Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing.
COVID-19 Vaccination requirement: Vaccination is essential for kaimahi as per our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. New employees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to commencing employment or in alternative, complete a risk assessment as a part of the recruitment process and/or any other reasonable measurements.
60 Day Trial Periods: In-line with NZ employment legislation, employment terms include up to, but not longer than, 60 day trial periods, further information is available upon request.
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Please note - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, we will be interviewing as we receive applications and at our discretion, the advertising period may vary.
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