Poukōkiri Whakaaturanga Taonga

**He angitūtanga: The opportunity**

We are enthusiastic about enabling our communities to access heritage and taonga tuku iho to inspire and connect whānau Māori. The Poukōkiri Whakaaturanga Taonga role facilitates this mahi and seeks to develop community understanding, connection, and sense of identity by guiding people to effectively access Māori taonga tuku iho within the heritage collections.

You will possess a broad understanding of mātauranga Māori and work collaboratively with other kaimahi to promote a dynamic understanding of taonga Māori and mātauranga Māori held within the Heritage Collections. You will create opportunities for community collaboration that is new, innovative and offer fresh interpretations that uplift the mauri of these items.

**He kōrero mōu: About you**

You will be well grounded in te reo and tikanga Māori and have experience in creative and collaborative relationships. Your knowledge and experience will support communities to deepen their knowledge of and access to mātauranga Māori.

You will enjoy the potential of a role that will make a significant contribution to growing awareness of taonga tuku iho and Māori heritage. You will also be motivated by the opportunity to drive customer experience at a strategic level within the heritage environment, and will understand and draw on the following attributes to be successful:
You are creative and collaborative and can navigate complex terrain to achieve Māori outcomes. You will understand and draw on the following attributes to be successful:

- Rangatiratanga - fostering strong leadership capability
- Kotahitanga - working cohesively to achieve our common purpose.
- Whanaungatanga - fostering strong relationships and a sense of belonging.
- Manaakitanga - creating a culture that values and serves people.
- Pukengatanga - building on our strength.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer**
- A team and working environment where te ao Māori is at the centre of the kaupapa every day_
- Opportunities for personal development and growth. Growing your skills and knowledge of mātauranga Māori are encouraged and celebrated_
- Be supported by a team of Māori staff, growing, learning and laughing together_

This role presents you with the opportunity to champion Te Ao Māori in influencing key outcomes. You will be part of a highly engaged and supportive team who aspire to deliver kaupapa Māori outcomes. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer training and development opportunities, career progression and we embrace flexible working

**Applications close: Monday October 31st