At KPMG, we are dedicated to creating environments where diversity is cherished and cultural heritage is celebrated. Our firm strives to foster an inclusive community where Maori & Pasifika values and perspectives are integrated within our workplace, enriching our collective efforts. We are deeply committed to supporting the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and contributing positively to Maori and Pasifika communities' well-being and prosperity.
\n Te Aheinga - The opportunity: We are seeking a Pou Ahurea to guide and lead our firm in meaningfully embedding Te Ao Maori principles and experiences at the fabric of our organisation. This role will support us in finding, attracting, growing, and retaining Maori & Pasifika talent at all levels, fostering respect, integration, and celebration of Te Ao Maori within our workplace.By joining us, you'll play a key role in creating a workplace where Maori & Pasifika talent can thrive culturally and professionally. You will be an integral part of our journey toward inclusivity, diversity, and cultural richness, making a meaningful impact on our clients, people, and communities. Ko ake mahi – What you'll do: Work alongside KPMG Executive and People and Inclusion teams to craft and implement a strategy aligning with KPMG's values to integrate Maori practises.Establish metrics for success in cultural competency and talent development, holding leaders accountable for diversity and inclusion goals.Promote initiatives and events educating employees on the significance and practises of Te Ao Maori and Pasifika cultures.Design Talent Development programs to enable Maori and Pasifika to thrive and grow within KPMG including providing leadership to KPMG's Kiwa network for Maori and Pasifika colleaguesBe involved in strategic recruitment initiatives and find opportunities to enhance our brand and attractiveness as an employer in Maori and Pasifika communities.Provide deep cultural expertise to support sector and client work, through relationship development, Maori engagement, strategy and planning, pursuit and delivery. Nga pumanawatanga `ou – What you will bring to the whanau: Maori cultural expert able to support the cultural maturity journey of a corporate organisation and competent in Te Reo Maori me ona tikanga.Be a champion of inclusion who values whanau and belonging.Someone who invests in building trusted relationships with key stakeholders to take them on the journey.Effective in complex stakeholder environments, employing various strategies to achieve outcomes.A growth mindset with the energy to drive progress.Be a strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
\nKPMG New Zealand has a summer shutdown period from the 20th December 2024 to the 13th January 2025 (inclusive). During this time, please expect a delay in response to any new applications. Most recruitment processes will commence interviewing in February 2025. Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment for this role is being managed directly by the KPMG Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if we require agency assistance. Thank you for your understanding. Life at KPMG KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent.
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We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance. We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG.
As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:
— Access to the firm's annual incentive scheme
— Opportunities for local and international secondments
— Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work
— The ability to work from overseas and extend time connecting with friends and family outside New Zealand
— Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave
— Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents
— A paid professional association membership of your choice
— Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees
— A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services
— The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups
— The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm's environmental footprint and become carbon zero by 2030
— An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities
— Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities
— An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family's overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more!
We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.