Māori Partnerships Delivery Lead

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency

Auckland

Hybrid

NZD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency invites applications for a Partnership Delivery Lead to drive the organisation-wide implementation of the Te Kete National Standard for iwi engagement across delivery, maintenance and operations. The role requires strong stakeholder leadership and strategic collaboration with mana whenua to embed consistent practice.

The successful candidate will develop the forward work programme, support tools and change approaches, and provide trusted advice to senior leaders

Qualifications

Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and advisory skills.
Understanding of infrastructure development and asset management.
Fluent te reo Māori; ability to communicate with a broad audience.
Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Crown obligations.
Experience embedding standardised practice at large organisations.

Responsibilities

Lead the organisation-wide implementation of NZTA’s new guide for engaging with Māori in project delivery, maintenance, and operations.
Support NZTA and its contractors to meet Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations.
Develop forward work programme, tools, and change approach to strengthen capability.
Provide trusted strategic advice to senior leaders and measure benefits.
Represent NZTA in hui and kōrero with iwi and hapū to build partnerships.