At Te Puawaitanga ki Ōtautahi Trust, we are dedicated to working with whānau across the lifespan as they navigate all aspects of their health and wellbeing.
We offer:
All job applications must be submitted via the Bamboo HR recruitment system using the links below. Your completed application should include CV, cover letter, online application and Police Vetting form – with two forms of photo ID.
After the closing date the interview panel will convene to discuss your application. In the first instance, applicants successfully selected for an interview will be contacted via email with details of the upcoming interview times. Unsuccessful applicants will also be notified by email. We endeavour to contact all applicants within two weeks of the closing date.
If you have any concerns about your application, please email: recruitment@tepuawaitanga.maori.nz.
He angitūtanga: The opportunity Te Puawaitanga is entering an exciting new chapter. With fresh leadership, a renewed strategic direction, and a commitment to strengthening governance, we’re looking for passionate, experienced board members to help shape our future.
We’re building strong foundations for the long term – including a new strategic plan, robust governance policies, and exploring diverse funding streams to ensure sustainability.
He kōrero mōu: About you We are seeking two passionate trust board members with governance experience and a passion for kaupapa Māori. While ideally based in Ōtautahi or Te Waipounamu, we welcome outstanding candidates from across Aotearoa.
Mahi a Te Poari: Time commitment
Annual remuneration and expenses Trust board members receive $6,000 pa. Sub-committee member receive additional $2,000 pa. Travel expenses are covered for trust board members outside of Ōtautahi.
Term Board terms are for three years, with the right of reappointment by election.
Need More Information? To arrange a confidential conversation with the board chair or to request the full information pack, email: Ana Pickering, Governance Advisor: anap@tepuawaitanga.maori.nz
Tono Mai: Apply Now! Submit your application (CV and cover letter) to: Ana Pickering, Governance Advisor: anap@tepuawaitanga.maori.nz
Applications close: Wednesday 11 June 2025, at 5.00pm
Te Puawaitanga ki Ōtautahi Trust upholds Te Tiriti o Waitangi, promoting whānau ora for all, with a particular focus for whānau Māori.
Guided by the Trust’s values that underpin its kaupapa Māori framework, all kaimahi are resolute in ensuring whānau have the space and opportunity to express their mana motuhake and achieve their aspirations through access to culturally safe and responsive support. Kaimahi honour diversity and respect the dignity and rights of everyone. Holistic support is whānau-centric, with the wellbeing of tamariki paramount.
Trust kaimahi are dedicated professionals who strive for excellence in all aspects of their work. Practice is inclusive, evidenced-based, current, and informed by a range of Māori models of health and wellbeing.
Safe, healthy, stable, and connected whānau securing positive futures for all generations.
The Trust is committed to having a high performing, capable workforce who can uphold the values and the mana of the Trust and deliver quality services to whānau.
Through a continuous improvement kaupapa, the Trust invests in its people to ensure the right people are in the right place at the right time to meet the evolving needs of whānau.
Kaimahi feel valued, well-supported, and well-equipped to fulfil the demands of their role.
