Māori Partnerships Delivery Lead

New Zealand Transport Agency; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Transport Agency (Waka Kotahi) seeks a senior leader to drive the organisation-wide implementation of NZTA’s new guide for engaging with Māori in project delivery, maintenance and operations. The role supports obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, strengthens mana whenua relationships, and builds organisational capability across delivery teams.

The position leads embedding the Te Kete National Standard, develops the forward work programme, and provides strategic advice to senior

Qualifications

• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and advisory skills.
• Understanding of infrastructure development, asset management, maintenance and operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of Te Ao Māori and fluent te reo Māori.
• Expertise in developing effective partnerships with Māori.
• Strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Crown obligations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organisation-wide implementation of NZTA’s standardised iwi engagement (Te Kete National Standard).
• Develop forward work programme, supporting tools and a high-quality change approach.
• Provide trusted strategic advice to senior leaders.
• Incorporate Te Kete into relevant transport standards and guidance.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Advisory skills

Te reo Māori fluency

Partnership development

Policy understanding

Change leadership

Job description

New Zealand Transport Agency (Waka Kotahi) seeks a senior leader to drive the organisation-wide implementation of NZTA’s new guide for engaging with Māori in project delivery, maintenance and operations. The role supports obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, strengthens mana whenua relationships, and builds organisational capability across delivery teams.

The position leads embedding the Te Kete National Standard, develops the forward work programme, and provides strategic advice to senior