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Applications close:
23 Aug 2026
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position:
The Kaiwhakahaere Tiria leads the operational delivery of the Whare Tūranga Kōrero (WTK) Strategy — translating strategy into action through cultural programmes, wānanga, resource development, cultural content creation, and knowledge preservation.
You'll work alongside the Pou Whakatoka as a cultural advisor, facilitator and practitioner, ensuring Taranakitanga is visible, accessible and lived through everything Te Kāhui o Taranaki does. This includes leadership across cultural delivery, knowledge management, archive development, whakapapa initiatives, and succession-focused learning environments — including the Taranaki Tūpuna List and Takapou Wānanga.
Overview
Ngā kawenga matua | Key Responsibilities:
- Lead delivery of the WTK Strategy and annual work programmes
- Develop and deliver cultural learning opportunities, including Taiohi Wānanga and Kāhui Pāhake
- Lead development of cultural archives, knowledge repositories and digital storytelling platforms
- Support reo revitalisation initiatives and the development of cultural mentor networks
- Provide cultural advice and support across the organisation, including pōwhiri and whakatau
- Maintain relationships with pāhake, cultural practitioners, and knowledge holders
- Contribute to Board and management reporting, and support funding applications
Requirements
Ko wai koe | About you:
- In-depth knowledge of Taranaki Iwi history, tikanga and mātauranga
- Proficiency in Te Reo Māori
- Experience facilitating wānanga and cultural learning environments
- Experience developing educational resources and cultural content
- Strong relationship management skills, comfortable working with pāhake, taiohi, whānau, hapū and marae
- Highly organised, able to manage multiple kaupapa concurrently
- Demonstrated cultural leadership through action and service
What we can offer you
Who we are
Te Kāhui o Taranaki is the Post-Settlement Governance Entity for Taranaki Iwi. We speak for the collective interest of Ngā Uri o Taranaki Iwi and carry political, social, cultural and economic responsibilities alongside our asset management role.
Whakapā atu ki | Enquiries to: Hayden Patene, Pou Whakatoka — hayden@taranaki.iwi.nz
