Regional Pacific Cultural Advisor

3 weeks ago


Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Permanent Full Time Opportunity
- The Regional Pacific Cultural Advisor role are ethnic specific
- The role will work across Tamaki Makaurau and is Ellerslie based
- Remuneration starting from $87,795 - $97,105 based on experience

Nō mātou | About us
Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

- We put Tamariki first
- We believe Aroha is vital
- We respect the Mana of people
- We are Tika and Pono
- We value Whakapapa
- We recognise that Oranga is a journey

Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting children first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey.
Te tu'anga no te 'anga'anga | About the role
The purpose of the Regional Pacific Cultural Advisor role is to provide high level cultural support, advice and guidance to Oranga Tamariki practitioners(s) in the interest of achieving positive experiences and outcomes for Pacific tamaiti, ānau, and kāinga.

The Regional Pacific Cultural Advisor will work closely with Pacific communities and service providers to strengthen relationships and maximise practitioner capability. This role will work in collaboration with Oranga Tamariki practitioner(s) to enable good decision making for the safety and well-being of Pacific tamaiti and ānau by identifying key people in the wider kāinga to ensure they are involved from the earliest opportunity in the decision-making process, and where relevant, can provide care options for Pacific tamaiti.

The Regional Pacific Cultural Advisor will ensure Pacific tamaiti and ānau cultural identities are respected, needs identified, and they are connected to wider kainga; Pacific communities, and people of significance to them. Cultural capital, coupled with practice and knowledge and experience, will enable the Regional Pacific Cultural Advisor to support Oranga Tamariki practitioners and Pacific tamaiti, ānau and kāinga to navigate through Community and Statutory systems.

Tā 'au tu'anga | What you will bring
- An appropriate tertiary qualification or equivalent relevant practical experience is required
- A Social Work qualification recognised by the New Zealand Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB) is desired,
- A clean, current full driver's licence is essential and a willingness to drive the Ministry's vehicles.
- Sound understanding and knowledge of one or more Pacific cultures, protocols and traditions; a Pasifika culture and language.
- In-depth knowledge and experience of the aspirations and needs of Pacific peoples including evidence of involvement in Pacific peoples communities and networks
- Well established connections and relationships within the Pacific communities
- Ability to communicate complex ideas to a variety of audiences and build and maintain rapport with others.
- Highly developed organisational skills
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Strong commitment to attaining goals
- Strong problem resolution and decision-making skills

Ta'au ka rauka | What's in it for you

Te au taka'i 'anga taau ka rave | How to Apply

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol."



  • Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Permanent Full Time Opportunity - The Regional Pacific Cultural Advisor role are ethnic specific - The role will work across Tamaki Makaurau and is Ellerslie based - Remuneration starting from $87,795 - $97,105 based on experience Ko hai kimautolu | About us Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Permanent Full Time Opportunity - The Regional Pacific Cultural Advisor role are ethnic specific - The role will work across Tamaki Makaurau and is Ellerslie based - Remuneration starting from $87,795 - $97,105 based on experience Mō mātou | About us Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora -Health New Zealand Te Toka Tumai Auckland Full time

    **Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity** As a Pacific Cultural Advisor, you’ll work specifically with Pacific patients and their families and with various services of Te Toka Tumai Auckland hospital to ensure Pacific patients in our care are supported appropriately with cultural and pastoral needs and incorporate Pacific peoples’ dimensions and world...


  • Auckland, New Zealand Ministry Of Education NZ Full time

    Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Kia ora, Kia orana, Malo ni, Talofa, Talofa Lava, Malo e lelei, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Ni sa Bula Vinaka, Mauri, Noa'ia - Fulltime role in Office of the Chief Executive - Wellington based position only - 12-month fixed term or secondment A brand new opportunity working towards positive outcomes for Pacific children, young people and families Mō mātou | About...

  • Cultural Advisor

    4 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Counties Manukau Full time

    **Permanent** **Full Time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)** **Remuneration as per MECA guidelines** **Kotahi te kohao o te ngira e kuhuna ai te miro ma, te miro pango, te miro whero.** Our Youth Forensic Service aims to improve health outcomes for Maaori, Pacifica and all services users within our community. We are looking for energetic, forward thinking...

  • Cultural Advisor

    4 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Permanent Full Time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Remuneration as per MECA guidelines Kotahi te kohao o te ngira e kuhuna ai te miro ma, te miro pango, te miro whero. Our Youth Forensic Service aims to improve health outcomes for Maaori, Pacifica and all services users within our community. We are looking for energetic, forward thinking Cultural advisor to...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand Ministry of Education NZ Full time

    **Senior Advisor Pacific** - Fixed term, Full-time position until July 2024 - Maungawhau office, Auckland Kia ora, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Malo ni, Talofa lava, Tena koutou katoa and welcome. **Help shape the future of Education** At the Ministry of Education, we work together to shape an education system...

  • Cultural Advisor

    5 days ago


    Manukau City, New Zealand Counties Manukau District Health Board Full time

    **Permanent** **Full Time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)** **Remuneration as per MECA guidelines** **Kotahi te kohao o te ngira e kuhuna ai te miro ma, te miro pango, te miro whero.** Our Youth Forensic Service aims to improve health outcomes for Maaori, Pacifica and all services users within our community. We are looking for energetic, forward thinking...

  • Cultural Advisor

    3 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand Central Auckland Full time

    **Work with Maori and Pacific young people and their whanau/aiga, to best deliver services that will meet the cultural needs of our clients.**: - **Part-time role (0.6 FTE), Monday to Friday, based in our Greenlane Clinic Centre** **Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity** Based at the Greenlane Clinical Centre, this person will work across Tamaki Makaurau...

  • Cultural Advisor

    3 weeks ago


    Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Work with Maori and Pacific young people and their whanau/aiga, to best deliver services that will meet the cultural needs of our clients. - Part-time role (0.6 FTE), Monday to Friday, based in our Greenlane Clinic Centre Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity Based at the Greenlane Clinical Centre, this person will work across Tamaki Makaurau for Tū Māia, a...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand Capital & Coast District Health Board Full time

    **_Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora - Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District_** Location: Based in Porirua Service: Mental Health Addiction and Intellectual Disability Services (MHAIDS) Contract: Permanent, Full time **Salary**: $92,030 - $138,044 **Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role** Join Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will...


  • Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora - Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley District **Location**: Based in Porirua **Service**: Mental Health Addiction and Intellectual Disability Services (MHAIDS) **Contract**: Permanent, Full time **Salary**: $92,030 - $138,044 Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Join Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Fixed term, Full-time position until July 2024 - Maungawhau office, Auckland Kia ora, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Malo ni, Talofa lava, Tena koutou katoa and welcome. Help shape the future of Education At the Ministry of Education, we work together to shape an education system that delivers equitable and...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand GPC Asia Pacific Full time

    With nearly 100 years operational experience, **GPC Asia Pacific** is the largest automotive aftermarket parts supplier in Australia and New Zealand, supported by Genuine Parts Company in North America. With over 6,000 employees, GPC Asia Pacific operates a number of retail and trade-based businesses including iconic Australian companies like **Repco and...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

    **Taurawhiri - Cultural Advisor, Auckland Regional Forensic Psychiatry Services** E nga mana, e nga reo, Rangatira ma, tenei te panui ake i tenei Turanga, kua tu watea mai hei kaimahi Maori mo Te Whatu Ora Waitemata. Tona taitara he: Taurawhiri. - **Permanent opportunity**: - **4 full-time roles (40 hrs per week)**: - **Roles are available in the following...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand Ministry of Education NZ Full time

    Job Type: Fixed Term- Location: Auckland, NZ**Help shape the future of Education.**: - We work to _**_shape _**_an _**_education _**_system that delivers _**_equitable_**_ and _**_excellent outcomes_** Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different...

  • Chief Advisor

    4 weeks ago


    Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Secondment or Fixed Term to 28 June 2024 - Transformational opportunity to support survivors of abuse - Our work is survivor led and trauma informed - Listening, learning, changing/ Mā Whakarongo me Ako ka huri te tai Listening, learning, changing/ Mā Whakarongo me Ako ka huri te tai. This captures the spirit the Government brings to its work with the...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Help shape the future of education in New Zealand Help shape the future of Education. We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we...


  • Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Help shape the future of education in New Zealand Help shape the future of Education. We work to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent outcomes Our organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we...