Whakapapa Researcher/writer

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Te Runanga Group Full time

Permanent, Full Time

Ōtautahi/Christchurch
Kia hiwa rā

We're looking for an enthusiastic Researcher/Writer to join our Whakapapa team to support the digitalisation of Whakapapa Ngāi Tahu.


The primary roles of Whakapapa Ngāi Tahu are to ensure the mana and integrity of the Tribal Register and the Registration processes are maintained, and whānau understanding and value of whānau, hapū and iwi whakapapa is enhanced and readily accessible.

The unit now seeks to enhance Ngāi Tahu whānau awareness and value of their whakapapa through the creation of a secure on-line Whakapapa Research Portal/Web Site.

Over time, this will become a major source of Ngāi Tahu whakapapa, biographies, and histories for whānau to peruse universally at their leisure in a safe and secure manner.


This position will research and compile content for key projects such as the launch of the Whakapapa Ngāi Tahu website and World War One website as well as lead the promotion of Whakapapa Ngāi Tahu through identified channels and platforms to communicate with Ngāi Tahu whānau.

As a researcher you will be expected to obtain relevant data and information with Whakapapa Ngāi Tahu methodologies and sources, inclusive of kanohi-ki-te-kanohi engagement with whānau.


A key aspect of this position will support our role in upholding the validity and accessibility of whakapapa stories of the past in a new digital world.


He kōrero mōu - About you:

  • 2 years' experience in a writing/editing position
  • Strong research skills with sound attention to detail
  • Excellent written, editing and verbal communication skills
  • A passion to work and engage with Papatipu Rūnanga and Ngāi Tahu whānau
  • Experience working with digital content and/or in a website development environment
The successful applicant will have a strong affinity for the needs and aspirations of Ngāi Tahu Whānui.

Alongside this, they will have an understanding of, or an eagerness to learn and engage with Ngāi Tahu values and te reo Māori.


Mō mātou - About us:

Ko tā mātou mahi - We offer:
We pride ourselves on being a values-led organisation, investing in the professional and cultural development of our kaimahi (employees). You will have a unique opportunity to strengthen your understanding of te reo Māori and tikanga.

Me pēhea te tono mai - How to apply:

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai
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