Te Korowai o Ngāruahine - Vacancy
Kairangahau Wai Māori | Freshwater Researcher
Te Korowai o Ngāruahine have a vacancy
Kairangahau Wai Māori | Freshwater Researcher
Fixed term - Full Time
Are you passionate about our Taiao (our Environment). Will you advocate to protect the rights and interests of Ngāruahine Iwi in statutory and non-statutory environmental processes.
Taiao is an extremely important strategic pou, and our mahi over the coming years will cover the breadth of environmental science and planning.
You will assist the Pouuruhi Taiao, to perform essential tasks required as part of this role - under the kaupapa of Freshwater Research, Data Management & Reporting, Compliance & Documentation, whilst working collaboratively within the Taiao team.
While the role has a focus on research, planning and engagement, we can promise visibility over a wide range of initiatives in our rohe - from our Maunga, our Awa, our Moana, and our whenua.
Ideally you will have intimate knowledge of the Iwi and Māori environment that we operate in. You must be extremely confident in your skills to engage with Taiao issues.
Building highly effective relationships with uri, whānau, hapū, iwi, and relevant stakeholders is essential in performing this role.
Tertiary qualification or equivalent in the areas of Freshwater, Environmental or Conservation Management (minimum undergraduate diploma) is desired.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, confidentiality, initiative, maturity and professionalism are also essential.
Please forward your most up to date CV/Cover Letter to hrpayroll@ngaruahine.iwi.nz
Job description available on request.
Applications close: 5pm Friday 13 September 2024
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