Huinga Hapori

The Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand has an opportunity for an outreach specialist to take up the role of Huinga Hapori, to provide support to Te Mātāwaka - the Green Party's Māori and Pasifika Caucus.
As Huinga Hapori you will primarily promote the parliamentary work of Te Mātāwaka MPs and the wider Green Party to diverse Māori and Pasifika audiences.
The Huinga Hapori will support MPs to build and strengthen relationships with Māori and Pasifika communities to grow awareness of the Green Party initiatives and policies.
You will have experience working in and with Māori and Pasifika communities and/or organisations and have a background in outreach, communications, public relations, and/or advocacy campaigning.

**Your key responsibilities will include the following**:

- Build, develop and maintain positive working relationships with local community groups and networks, particularly Māori and Pasifika
- Attend hui, talanoa, meetings and forums within the community
- Create and maintain information databases
- Plan and organise functions, events and tours
- Coordinate publicity and advertising of events
- Manage and oversee events on the day

Your great attitude and willingness to work hard and develop new skills will help you to succeed in this role as you become accustomed to the ever-changing environment at Parliament.
This exciting opportunity will offer you variety, challenge and will provide you with a unique insight into the political process and how Parliament operates.
The salary range for this role is $78,625 - $89,250 per annum, plus five weeks of annual leave. Highly experienced applicants may be appointed above this range. Appointments will be based on skills and experience.
The Parliamentary Service appoints on merit and is committed to EEO and good employer principles.