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139 Devon Street West, New Plymouth 4310, New Zealand
Full time
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The Pou-a-Tari provides high-quality administrative and operational support to He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki. This role is vital to ensuring the smooth daily functioning of the organisation, maintaining strong relationships with members and stakeholders, and supporting communications and event delivery.
You’ll be the first point of contact for pakihi Māori and the wider business community, coordinate member engagement, and help tell the story of Māori business success through digital channels.
Overview
Previous administrative experience—especially in the not-for-profit sector—is desirable but not essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- General administration
- Member relationship coordination
- Customer service
- Social media and digital content coordination
Requirements
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
- Solution-focused mindset
- Abity to thrive in a collaborative office environment
- Resilience and flexibility
- Passion for digital marketing
- Confidence in Te Ao Māori and Te Reo Māori
- Full NZ driver’s licence
Tools we use:
- Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
- Canva, Eventbrite, Xero, Monday.com, Pay Sauce, Microsoft Suite
What we can offer you
Be part of a supportive and passionate team working across Taranaki and Aotearoa with Māori-owned businesses. Enjoy a fun-loving workplace culture and competitive remuneration.

Who we are
He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki (Taranaki Māori Business Network) believes Māori business success creates meaningful opportunities for whānau to thrive. We nurture Māori business pathways toward the horizon – ki Taranaki, ki Aotearoa, ki te Ao.
Our purpose is to maintain strategic oversight of the Taranaki economy, identify opportunities, facilitate connections between Māori businesses and the wider business ecosystem, and champion the excellence of Māori enterprise.
For more information or to request a copy of the job description, please email paora@htpkt.maori.nz.