Ngā Kaihautū Tikanga Taiao (Ngā Kaihautū) is established as a Committee under the EPA Act to provide advice and assistance to the EPA so that it can take into account Māori perspectives across all policies, processes and decisions.

You will have deep knowledge and understanding of property management and up-to-date relevant legislation built over the years that you have managed a large portfolio of properties within either the public or private sector.

We are looking for a decisive, visionary leader with experience in kaupapa Māori education who demonstrates strong strategic, operational, interpersonal and leadership skills.

The Pou āwhā position is embedded within Mataaho Aronui, the Council's Māori strategic outcomes team. The position offers you the opportunity to join us to realise our Tūpiki Ora vision to see everyone in our city thrive, and to ensure the best possible future for our mokopuna.  

As Pou Aawhina, you will help awaken the potential of rangatahi by providing guidance and manaaki to ensure they are equipped and supported to travel a path that is most meaningful to them.  You will establish positive relationships with each rangatahi, supporting them to develop life skills and to accomplish specific goals through mana enhancing conversations, and encouraging participation and contribution to the team daily activities.