Community Work Supervisor: Lead Positive Local Projects

New Zealand Government; Waikato; On-site; NZD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections in New Zealand is seeking a Community Work Supervisor to oversee up to eight community workers delivering meaningful projects across schools, marae, reserves and community groups. You will model positive behaviour and engage with diverse communities to support wellbeing and safety.

The role emphasizes tikanga, te reo Maori, collaboration and proactive problem solving, with flexibility to work casual hours Tuesday to Saturday and a full NZ driver's

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with all cultures.
• Understanding of tikanga and te reo Maori in unique settings.
• Ability to solve problems and work collaboratively.
• Fresh critical thinking with curiosity and imagination.
• Inspires others with enthusiasm and action.

Responsibilities

• ARAHI - provide guidance to those you supervise.
• MANAAKI - help people engage supportively.
• WHAKAKIPAKIPA - encourage positive decisions.
• HAPAI - support wellbeing and monitor health, safety and behaviour.
• MAHITAHI - work closely with communities and supervisees.

Skills

Cultural engagement

Tikanga & te reo Maori

Problem solving

Collaborative work

Curiosity & imagination

Inspiring others

Communication skills

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections in New Zealand is seeking a Community Work Supervisor to oversee up to eight community workers delivering meaningful projects across schools, marae, reserves and community groups. You will model positive behaviour and engage with diverse communities to support wellbeing and safety.

The role emphasizes tikanga, te reo Maori, collaboration and proactive problem solving, with flexibility to work casual hours Tuesday to Saturday and a full NZ driver's