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About us

Te Rarawa Anga Mua is committed to advancing the mana, wellbeing and aspirations of Te Rarawa whānau, hapū, iwi and hapori. We work alongside whānau and communities to strengthen culturally responsive pathways, remove barriers to equitable access and support sustainable, whānau led outcomes.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and energetic Mana Tangata kaimahi to join our Te Pūtātara team at Te Rarawa Anga Mua. The Mana Tangata role is a health promotion and education position supporting tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau to improve their health and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

  • Build respectful, trusting relationships with tamariki, rangatahi and whānau

  • Work alongside whānau to identify their strengths, needs and wellbeing aspirations

  • Connect whānau with appropriate health, social and community services

  • Identify and help reduce barriers preventing whānau from accessing care and support

  • Coordinate referrals, advocate for culturally safe services and monitor whānau progress

About you
You will be approachable, dependable and passionate about improving outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau.

  • Experience working with tamariki and rangatahi, preferably in a health, community or social services and education

  • An understanding of the health and wellbeing needs of tamariki, rangatahi and whānau Māori

  • Strong communication, relationship building and advocacy skills

  • The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team

  • Good organisational, documentation and time management skills

  • A commitment kaupapa Māori ways of working

  • A full class 1 driver's license

Apply

If you are motivated to strengthen whānau wellbeing and create lasting positive change for our communities, we’d love to hear from you.Email [email protected] for a copy of the position description and application process. Recruitment closes on Friday 30 October at 1pm. We will be shortlisting as applications arrive and may interview and appoint before the closing date.

You must have the right to work in New Zealand, and you will be required to undergo police vetting and additional checks to be considered for this position.