TE KOROWAI O NGĀRUAHINE | VACANCY Kaiwhakahaere Whiwhinga me ngā Kirimana - Procurement and Contract Management Specialist Fixed Term (18 months) Full-time 37.5 hours per week Located in Hāwera, Taranaki “He toi whakairo, he mana tangata.” Te Korowai o Ngāruahine is moving into the next phase of mahi — with a clear focus on strengthening how we deliver for our whānau, hapū, and uri. As part of this, we are recruiting for two key roles: Procurement Specialist and EPMO Lead. These roles are about building strong foundations across the group. Strengthening how we plan, how we prioritise, and how we deliver. Bringing consistency, clarity, and confidence into our systems and decision-making, so we are set up to achieve the outcomes we’ve committed to. We’re looking for people who bring strong technical capability, but who also understand the environment they are working in — where kaupapa Māori matters, and how we work is just as important as what we deliver. If you’re ready to contribute to something that will have a long-term impact for Ngāruahine, we encourage you to apply. Mō te tūranga | The role Te Korowai o Ngāruahine Trust is seeking a dynamic and experienced Kaiwhakahaere Whakarato me ngā Kirimana – Procurement & Contract Management Specialist to lead the development of best-practice procurement and contract management across the organisation and its entities. This is a unique opportunity to shape how we engage suppliers, manage contracts, and deliver value with a forward-looking approach to procurement that strengthens organisational outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Establish and embed procurement and contract management frameworks, policies, processes, and controls. Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including market engagement, sourcing, evaluation, and contract award. Promote competitive sourcing and tender processes to maximise value, transparency, and fairness. Develop and manage high-quality contracts, ensuring strong commercial and risk outcomes. Monitor supplier performance and strengthen vendor management practices. Provide trusted commercial and procurement advice to Pou, project teams, and leaders. Build procurement and contract management capability across kaimahi through guidance, tools, and templates. Introduce data, reporting, and metrics to enable informed decision-making and continuous improvement. Lead a planned, forward-looking procurement approach aligned to organisational priorities. He kōrero mōu | About you The successful candidate will offer: Proven experience in procurement and contract management, ideally in complex or multi-entity environments Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance value, risk, and outcomes Experience establishing or improving procurement processes and frameworks Confidence in contract drafting, negotiation, and lifecycle management Experience leading competitive sourcing processes (RFPs, RFQs, tenders) Ability to influence, build capability, and foster collaboration across diverse teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Understanding of, or commitment to, Ngāruahinetanga with a kaupapa Māori approach and values alignment He Angitūtanga | The opportunity Make a meaningful impact in a values-driven, kaupapa Māori organisation and the wider community. 4% personal development budget Lead and shape the future procurement and contract management for the Trust Enjoy a fun, supportive work environment with opportunities for growth Hybrid working arrangements available Participate in significant kaupapa and events, and access to te reo Māori learning Ngā Mātāpono | Values At Te Korowai o Ngāruahine Trust, our values are the foundation of everything we do: Mahi ka tika | Transparency Mahi pono | Trustworthiness Manaakitanga | Sharing and caring Māhakitanga | Respect and humility Ngākaunui | Sound judgement Hari me te koa | Fun and celebration Tono mai | Apply If this sounds like you, I would love to kōrero! Contact Jessica Shaw on 021 119 7270 or to apply, email your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to Jessica@ngaruahine.iwi.nz We will be reviewing applications as we receive them. Closing date for applications is 9am, Thursday, 30 April 2026 To be eligible to apply, candidates must currently hold the right to work and reside in New Zealand.