Māori Partnerships Growth Lead

Primary ITO; Hawke's Bay; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing package

Team volunteering day

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Primary ITO is seeking a dedicated leader to drive business development and relationship growth with Māori enterprises across Aotearoa. The role focuses on strategic engagement, delivering training solutions, and shaping annual business plans in collaboration with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in education or vocational learning, and a credible background in working with Māori communities, with advantageous knowledge of te reo Māori and

Qualifications

• Experience leading business development and customer growth initiatives.
• Experience in education sector or vocational learning environments.
• Proven ability to partner with Māori businesses and commercial teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of te reo Māori me ona tikanga is desirable.
• Understanding of Agriculture/Horticulture sectors is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support business development and growth with Māori businesses and partners.
• Build and enhance the profile of Primary ITO and provide strategic direction for engagement with Māori.
• Recommend, develop and implement training solutions based on customer needs.
• Facilitate discussions and planning of annual business plans.

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Education sector

Māori engagement

Communication skills

Te reo Māori

Agriculture knowledge

Job description

Primary ITO is seeking a dedicated leader to drive business development and relationship growth with Māori enterprises across Aotearoa. The role focuses on strategic engagement, delivering training solutions, and shaping annual business plans in collaboration with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in education or vocational learning, and a credible background in working with Māori communities, with advantageous knowledge of te reo Māori and