Pou Whirinaki | Pae Whakak| | Manager | Pae Whakak

Pou Whirinaki - Pae Whakakā / Manager - Pae Whakakā
Nga Waihua o Paerangi Trust–Manawatu District, North Island
Full time
About 17 hours ago, from seek.co.nz
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Full-time, permanent, Ohakune based

Ngā Waihua o Paerangi Trust (formerly known as Ngāti Rangi Trust) is currently seeking applicants for the role of Pou Whirinaki - Pae Whakakā / Manager - Pae Whakakā

This is a rare opportunity for someone to be a key member of the senior leadership team; helping to shape the future direction of our organisation; while at the same time driving the innovation programme specifically in Whānau Ora, justice and housing sectors.

You will be someone who loves a challenge; who thrives on solving enduring challenges; who loves to be part of a team. You will have a passion for whānau-led success; you will be an entrepreneur and an innovator; you are drawn to making a difference.

We are looking for a person with leadership and management experience to join our team. This role is for someone who is passionate about supporting our whānau to live their best life. You understand that locally led solutions are required; that the answers lie within us all.

The role will focus on:

Upholding the intent of Rukutia te Mana; our settlement framework
Undertaking a Whānau Ora approach in working across our community
leading initiatives and projects related to wellbeing; recognising the vital role that whenua plays in this;
Building relationships with stakeholders to enhance the aspirations of Ngāti Rangi

We are looking for someone who has:

Qualifications in social policy; community development; or local government
Experience in people management, understanding your team dynamics with the ability to guide them in achieving their individual and collective goals
Exceptional communication skills, ability to engage and communicate with people across all levels – knows how to tell a great story
Demonstrate the ability in embracing change, think outside the box and to work within current frameworks.
Project management experience
Ability to analyse and solve complex problems, form judgements, and provide advice and recommendations
Ability to broker relationships with a range of stakeholders and come up with innovative ways to give effect to the aspirations of Ngāti Rangi
Ability or developing competency in te reo Māori, tikanga, ability to work alongside and implement our Ngāti Rangi way.

Above all, you will be someone who demonstrates resilience, embraces change, and has a passion for our whānau. We will also consider the “right person” who is a lateral thinker with a relevant qualification and experience in a related field looking to move into management.

This is a permanent, full-time Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm (40 hours per week) position where applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
A current, full NZ Driver’s Licence is a requirement of the position.

To apply: Via Seek or please email your CV and cover letter through to @ngatirangi.com

Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday 6 November 2026