Manager

Te Tohu o Te Ora; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Tohu o Te Ora o Ngāti Awa, also known as Ngāti Awa Social & Health Services, seeks an experienced Manager, Workforce Development – Rukuhia Te Mahi to lead strategic workforce initiatives for whānau, hapū and iwi.

You will oversee employment readiness, industry training and progression pathways, build strong partnerships with employers, providers and funders, and align service delivery with organisational priorities.

Qualifications

• Leadership and senior-level management experience.
• Exceptional communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans that achieve organisational goals.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with stakeholders and external organisations.
• Strong financial, operational and resource management expertise.
• Genuine passion for making a difference through leadership.
• Experience managing Service Level Agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development, growth and integration of the service and workforce initiatives.
• Oversee employment readiness, industry training, work-based learning and progression pathways.
• Connect whānau to employers, tertiary providers and training opportunities.
• Integrate Rukuhia Te Mahi with other organisational services to strengthen the whānau journey.
• Develop and strengthen internal referral pathways and collaborative initiatives.
• Lead contract negotiations and maintain funder relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Partnership building

Financial management

Operational management

Relationship management

Education

Diploma in Operations Management, Business Management or Leadership

Job description

Over the years, Te Tohu o Te Ora o Ngāti Awa (also known as Ngāti Awa Social & Health Services) has grown into a leading iwi provider of health, social, and employment services, and more recently, Kāinga Māori development services. Our mission is to support whānau, hapori, and iwi to achieve prosperity and well-being.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has now opened for an experienced Manager, (Workforce Development) – Rukuhia Te Mahi.

This is more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to contribute to connecting whānau, hapū and iwi to employment, education, training and career pathways.

About the Role

As the Manager, you will lead the strategic development, growth and integration of the service, ensuring the workforce initiatives respond to whānau aspirations, industry needs and organisational priorities.

You will:

• Lead innovation, service development and continuous improvement across the portfolio.
• Oversee employment readiness, industry training, work-based learning and progression pathways.
• Connect whānau, to employers, tertiary providers, training opportunities and sustainable employment.
• Connect Rukuhia Te Mahi with other organisational services to strengthen the whānau journey.
• Develop and strengthen internal referral pathways and collaborative initiatives.
• Lead contract negotiations and maintain strong funder relationships.

Who are You?

Leadership and management experience at a senior level.

Exceptional communication and relationship management skills.

The ability to develop and implement strategic plans that achieve organisational goals.

The ability to build strong partnerships with stakeholders, communities, and external organisations.

Strong financial, operational, and resource management expertise.

A genuine passion for making a positive difference through your leadership.

Experienced in managing Service Level Agreements.

Key Requirements

• Current full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving outcomes for Māori whānau.

Highly Valued

• Diploma in Operations Management, Business Management, Leadership, or equivalent professional experience.

Why Join Us?

At Te Tohu o Te Ora o Ngāti Awa, you'll be part of an organisation grounded in kaupapa Māori values and committed to making a tangible difference for whānau every day. We can offer:

• A meaningful leadership opportunity that supports whānau wellbeing.
• A supportive and values-driven workplace.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to influence service development and clinical excellence.
• The chance to contribute to the aspirations and wellbeing of Ngāti Awa whānau.