Kaitohutohu | Advisor, Whanganuiat Te Puni Kōkiri - Ministry of Māori Development -
Our Whanganui tīma is looking for a Kaitohutohu | Advisor.
This role reports to the Manukura | Team Leader, Whanganui and is a permanent and full- time opportunity.The Regions Puni is responsible for implementing Te Puni Kōkiri’s regional strategy and building strong relationships with hapori Māori.
Through community engagement, insight gathering and policy advice, it supports initiatives that build capability and drive intergenerational transformation.Te whai wāhitanga | The opportunity This role offers a unique opportunity to support meaningful change by working in partnership with Māori communities, whānau, hapū, iwi, and other government agencies.
A key aspect of this position will be strengthening relationships and delivering outcomes across our Whanganui and Taranaki communities, ensuring local aspirations are translated into actionable policy and initiatives that improve long-term social and economic outcomes for Māori.The likely appointment range is $76,213- $84,680, based on skills and experience.For more information about the skills and experience required for this position, please see the job description below.
Mōu | About you You will possess strong writing skills and the ability to tailor your writing for different audiences.
You will be a critical thinker with the ability to identify and articulate the real issues and why they exist.You will support the development and implementation of initiatives that aim to improve long-term economic and social outcomes for Māori, based on these identified issues.You will also have: A willingness to build strong relationships with Māori communities, iwi, hapū, whānau and other government agencies Demonstrated technical writing skills Understanding of te reo me ōna tikanga Public sector experience An understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi/Te Tiriti ō Waitangi and recognise the importance of the Treaty/Tiriti from both Māori and Crown perspectivesA clean full driver license is essential for this role.Tāu e whai ai | What you will get in return Te Puni Kōkiri is a diverse and rewarding working environment full of passionate kaimahi focused on creating solutions that will help our communities.
We are guided by our values of te wero, manaakitanga, he toa takitini and ture tangata.There is more to life than just work and we encourage our kaimahi to maintain the right balance between mahi and their personal lives.
Your whānau is just as important as you, so we're committed to providing incentives and opportunities that help our kaimahi and their whānau to thrive, including: A range of allowances including childcare, optical, hauora/wellbeing and te reo Māori proficiency Medical insurance discounts Flexible working options In house te reo Māori training Kaimahi development and career options, including study assistance Enhanced parental leave provisions Te Puni Kōkiri | Ministry of Māori Development We are committed to our vision of 'Thriving Whānau'
- when whānau are thriving, so do their communities, hapū, iwi and all of Aotearoa.
Te Puni Kōkiri leads policy advice to the Government on Māori development, and Iwi and Māori relations with the Crown.
Our people are at the heart of what we do – they contribute to supporting Māori collective success by creating and maintaining relationships with iwi, hapū and whānau Māori and government at both a local and national level.Find out more about Our StoryWe invite applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
We believe that diversity fuels innovation and enriches our collective strength.Your unique perspectives, skills, and heritage contribute to our mission of advancing Māori aspirations and well-being.
Tono mai | Apply Now!
Ka aukati ngā tono hei te Rāapa 18 Huitanguru 2026 ā te 11.55pm | Applications close on Wednesday 18 February 2026 at 11.55pm.
Tukuna mai tau tono ā-ipurangi | Please submit your application online.
Nau mai rā ko ngā tononga i te reo Māori, te reo Pākehā, te reorua rānei | We welcome applications in te reo Māori, English, or both.
Īmēratia vacancy@tpk.govt.nz me he pātai āu | Email vacancy@tpk.govt.nz with any pātai.
We want to make sure any accessibility requirements you may have, are well supported so the selection process is equitable for everyone.
Please let us know if there are any adjustments or support, we can offer to make our process more accessible to you by emailing: vacancy@tpk.govt.nz