Support Facilitator – Mana Tikitiki - Fixed Term/Part Time

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei; Ōrākei; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community organization in Auckland seeks a part-time Support Facilitator for the Mana Tikitiki programme. This role involves supporting activities, ensuring cultural integrity, and promoting community engagement. The ideal candidate has experience working with youth and a commitment to Māori principles. This is a fixed-term position until June 2026, working 10 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in education or community settings.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Willingness to engage with tikanga and te reo Māori.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of programme activities.
• Ensure tikanga and mātauranga are central in delivery.
• Assist with logistical organization.

Skills

Experience with children and youth

Confidence in facilitation

Strong organizational skills

Understanding of tikanga Māori

Job description

Overview

Ko Whai Māia te peka whakawhanake o Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei. We are a diverse business encompassing education and learning, careers and employment, housing, health and wellbeing, culture and heritage, and environmental and resource management.

Our people are the heart of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei. Our goal is for whānau to be loved and nurtured, strong and happy, stand tall and proud, confident and enjoy life in comfort, companionship and inclusion.

Purpose of the role

We are looking for a Support Facilitator - Mana Tikitiki to work alongside the Lead Facilitator in delivering the aspirations of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei through the Mana Tikitiki programme.

This is a fixed-term/part-time role (10 hours per week) until June 2026, supporting the planning, preparation, and delivery of programme activities, trips, and wānanga. The Support Facilitator ensures tikanga, mātauranga, and whanaungatanga remain central in all aspects of delivery, while assisting with the practical organisation and smooth running of the programme.

Qualifications & Experience

Previous experience working with children, rangatahi, or whānau in education, youth development, community, or kaupapa Māori settings.

Confidence in facilitation and supporting programme delivery (e.g. trips, workshops, wānanga).

Experience working in a team environment, providing reliable support to colleagues.

An understanding of, or willingness to engage with, tikanga Māori, te reo Māori, and kaupapa Māori approaches.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.

To be successful in this role, we recognise that the following values & competencies are critical for kaimahi/employees to flourish at Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei:

• Manaakitanga
• Respect
• Resilience
• Whānau outcome focused
• Collaboration
• Cultural Understanding

Key Result Areas

• Supporting the planning, preparation, and delivery of programme activities, trips, and wānanga.
• Ensuring tikanga, mātauranga, and whanaungatanga remain central in all aspects of delivery.
• Assisting with the practical organisation of programme logistics.
• Uplifting rangatahi, whānau, and community through engaging and meaningful experiences.

Requirements & Checks

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Please be aware in applying for this role, you will be required to undergo the following pre-employment checks:

• Safety Check
• Driver's License Check

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We will be reviewing applications and undertaking interviews ahead of the closing date, therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application!