Rotorua-based Māori Development Advisor

Te Puni Kōkiri; Rotorua; On-site; NZD 77,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Puni Kōkiri in Rotorua is seeking a Kaitohutohu | Advisor to work with Māori communities, iwi, hapū, local organisations, businesses and government agencies to identify opportunities that support sustainable regional growth.

If you enjoy turning data into clear, practical advice and building strong relationships, you’ll contribute to the long-term prosperity of Waiariki and help translate ideas into impact.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Identify trends and opportunities from data and insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach and fresh ideas.
• Understanding of te reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for Māori communities.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities that support sustainable regional growth.
• Turn data into meaningful stories to shape initiatives.
• Provide advice to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with Māori communities, iwi, hapū, local organisations, businesses and government agencies.
• Contribute to long-term prosperity of Waiariki.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Stakeholder relationships

Communication

Collaboration

Te reo Māori & tikanga

Job description

Te Puni Kōkiri in Rotorua is seeking a Kaitohutohu | Advisor to work with Māori communities, iwi, hapū, local organisations, businesses and government agencies to identify opportunities that support sustainable regional growth.

If you enjoy turning data into clear, practical advice and building strong relationships, you’ll contribute to the long-term prosperity of Waiariki and help translate ideas into impact.