The National Hauora Coalition (NHC) is a charitable social enterprise focused on improving outcomes for whanau. NHC brings innovation and greater effectiveness to health and social programs. It is an experienced thought leader in the outcomes commissioning market and an early adopter of impact investment in New Zealand.
The NHC is a Maori-led and culturally driven organization that supports solutions for all whanau, especially those communities that are not well served by health and social services.
Our values guide what we do and how we behave as an organisation.
The role:
Reporting to the Lead – Tikanga & Governance, the Kaiwhakahaere Matauranga Maori is responsible for developing, implementing, and embedding Matauranga Maori across the organisation. This role will be enabled to build strategic relationships with Maori stakeholders to advise, guide and support the development of critical frameworks and methodologies that benefit whanau Maori.
About you:
In this role you will bring your passion for working in a whakapapa based, kaupapa Maori and te ao Maori environment where you will be trusted to apply your unique knowledge of matauranga Maori to contribute to the strategic and cultural direction of a fast-paced and dynamic Hauora Maori organisation.
You will be fluent in te reo me ona tikanga and will have lived experience working in Te Ao Maori with established iwi, hapu and kaupapa Maori networks, utilising national and regional relationships to assist with building and promoting the kaupapa of NHC.
You will be personable, adaptable and highly organised and able to work autonomously, attuned to a Maori way of working while navigating through complex situations effectively. You are sensible and reflect the ngakau, values and moemoea of the Trustees.
Desired experience:
Fluent and active in te reo me ona Tikanga
Ability to articulate and actualise Tikanga concepts
High level of experience and handling of confidential materials and matters
Active and effective relationships with mana whenua, hapu, iwi and key Maori stakeholders, including community agencies and services
Knowledge and understanding of te ao Maori particularly as it relates to kawa and Governance meetings, powhiri and whakatau.
Ability to articulate and navigate whaikorero
Comfortable navigating Iwi politics and arohe differences
The benefits:
Work for an organization that is making real change to our social and cultural landscape
A pathway for career growth within the organization
A competitive salary, flexible working arrangements and strong company culture
Professional development opportunities, including expanding on your capability in Te Reo, 8 days of development leave and support for professional memberships
Kaimahi also have access to a discount scheme, hauora clinics, and annual flu vaccinations
If you want to make a difference and be valued in your work, then apply now to korero!
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