Maori Heritage Specialist

3 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

About Us

As the national agency for place-based heritage in Aotearoa, Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga plays a vital role in celebrating, researching, caring for, and assisting communities to recognise and protect our cultural heritage.

The Maori Heritage Team has made significant contributions to identifying, conserving, and protecting our taonga places for over two decades.

This role is an exciting opportunity to join a team that works closely with whanau, marae, hapu, and iwi to preserve and revitalise Maori built heritage.

About the Role

  • Provide expert advice and support in relation to Maori heritage policy matters.
  • Draft submissions to public bodies advocating for Maori heritage protection.
  • Support the provision of advice and support to iwi and hapu in preservation and revitalisation of Maori built heritage.
  • Contribute to research aimed at recognising Wahi Tapu and Wahi Tupuna on the Rarangi Korero Heritage New Zealand List.

Your Skills and Expertise

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles.
  • A tertiary qualification in a relevant field.


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