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NEW POSITION AVAILABLE

Kaiaraha Whānau
(Maternity Leave cover 6-months Fixed Term)

Applications close 31st October 2025

Are you passionate about supporting whānau and rangatahi to thrive?

Do you have experience working in kaupapa Māori services and want to make a difference in our community?

We’re looking for a Kaiaraha Whānau to join our team, covering maternity leave until Nov 2026. Walk alongside whānau as they navigate challenges, facilitate programmes, provide advocacy, and support transformative change.

What we’re looking for:

  • Te Reo Māori ability & cultural competency

  • Experience walking alongside whānau and rangatahi

  • Strong understanding of kaupapa Māori models

Join us and help empower whānau, tamariki, and rangatahi.
Applications close 31st October 2025

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Full Job Description Here

O2NL Project Opportunities

While building a road is the primary goal of the O2NL project, the project team also understands that the construction of the road will have a long-lasting effect on the community and has the potential to provide many opportunities for locals. Waka kotahi is committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti and working together with Iwi to ensure their commitment to these principals is honored.

The road will create many opportunities for our whānau, if you wish to be involved, please click on the links above and register your interest. Feel free to register your interest for more than one opportunity.

  • Māori Business

    Whether you are an existing business, just starting out or simply thinking about starting your own business.

    We want to hear from you!

    Please complete the form below so that we may add you to our Māori Business register.

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  • Kaitiaki Mahi

    Please tell us any skills you think would be helpful for Kaitiaki mahi.

    Please complete the form below so that we may add you to our Kaitiaki register.

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  • Training and Education

    We are working closely with Waka Kotahi and Alliance partners to provide training and education pathways.

    Register to be added to our training and education list. We will keep you updated as soon as these opportunities arise.

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