Kaitohu Matua Treaty Partner Relationships

3 days ago

Whakatane, New Zealand Department of Conservation Full time

Lead the development and implementation of a District Treaty Partner Strategy and ongoing work programme to fulfill Treaty Obligations
- Take advantage of a range of development and training opportunities across the organisation
- 4 weeks + 3 days annual leave per year, flexible working options
- Permanent full time, Whakatane location

**_Toitū te marae a Tāne, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata_**

**If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive**

**He angitūtanga | About the role**

Are you passionate about te taiao, and keen to be at the leading edge of iwi partnership and conservation leadership in Whakatane?

As Kaitohu Matua Treaty Partner Relationships, you will work hand in hand with Treaty Partners at both iwi and hapu level to co-design, implement and deliver on exciting projects and kaupapa at place. You will play a strategic role in the wider team working alongside your peers to ensure our treaty partner is a priority and remains at the forefront for delivery, including Treaty settlement obligations.

You will focus on:

- Identifying gaps in Treaty settlement implementation obligations across the district and work with the operations team to plan for and remedy the gaps.
- Scope work arising from new Treaty settlements, and work with the management team to operationalise conservation and commercial opportunities for Iwi.
- Coordinate legal input to interpret settlement documents and ensure the implementation plan fulfils the intent of the Settlement.
- Facilitate coordination of annual business planning meetings with Treaty partners.
- Support coordination of regular meetings with Treaty partners to develop, review and amend implementation of relevant agreements, charters, and protocols.
- Scope, plan, manage and deliver specific agreed initiatives.
- Support relevant managers, director, and other staff with the strategic collaboration meetings with our Treaty partners.
- Support opportunities for whānau, hapū, and iwi to build their internal capabilities to practice their responsibilities as kaitiaki.
- Support the Operational Leadership Team to develop a regional framework to identify and implement DOC's obligations to Post Settlement Governance Entities (PSGEs).
- Keep up to date with the iwi landscape in Whakatane and ensure this information is shared with operations.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

We are looking for a natural people leader who is passionate about supporting a positive team culture. You will have great communication and engagement skills allowing a heightened sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. You will know how to engage effectively with mana whenua and show a willingness to learn karakia, pepeha and local tikanga to develop your capability in this area, allowing you to work effectively with whānau, hapū, and iwi.

If you have the following skills and experience, we are keen to hear from you:

- Te Reo me ona tikanga Māori
- Sound statutory knowledge of Treaty settlement processes and specific settlements in the area
- Open minded approach with the desire to create opportunities through an evolving space
- Ability to navigate and balance differing perspective
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills across a diverse range of people and organisations
- Technical writing skills and ability to create clear, well written content for complex information
- Knowledge of Whakatane Iwi history, traditions, and customary practices
- Ability to see the big picture and enthusiasm to find workable practical solutions
- Full NZ driving license

**Ko ngā hua | What we offer**

We take pride in enabling our people to bring their unique perspectives to mahi, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:

- Flexible working options where applicable, including hours and working-from-home
- DOC perks: Free accommodation in our backcountry huts and campsites, visitor centres product discounts, outdoor apparel and gear discounts (including Bivouac Outdoor, Macpac, Mountain Avenue )
- Opportunity to develop and grow your skills within the group and wider organisation
- Te Pukenga Atawhai - Cultural Capability Development Programme
- Active employee networks including Te Kāwai Aho Tapu - Māori Kaimahi Network, Rainbow Network

Check these out in more detail via Why work at DOC?

**Mō mātou | About us**

Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, and to creating an inclusive workplace culture. Our Te Kaupapa behaviours of whakatīnanatia (we deliver), atawhaitia a Papatūānuku (we love nature), whakawhānaungatanga (we build relationships) and whakaauaha (we innovate)_ _guide what we need to do for Papatūānuku to Thrive.

**_Mō te tīma_** | About the team**

The Whakatane District team sits within the Operations Group which is responsible for delivering conservation

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