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Reports To: CEO 
Location: Alexandra, working across Central Otago.  
Hours: minimum of 32, Flexible – Including some weekend and after-hours work

About Us:

Uruuruwhenua Health Inc. is a Hauora Maori Provider dedicated to promoting whanau wellbeing. Our kaupapa focuses on delivering health and social support services that honour Maori values and traditions. 

Role Overview:

The Kaiarahi will play a pivotal role in developing, organising, promoting, and delivering Te Ara Tane program (reducing family harm for Men). This includes:

• Utilising your own skills, knowledge and experience to help shape the support program and provide valuable input into the program design and implementation.
• Provide positive role modelling for Tane.
• Liaising with whanau, contractors and stakeholders. 
• Mentor and support Tane who use violence, to fill their kete with healing techniques and positive forms of communication. 

Skills and Qualifications:

Essential:

• Basic understanding of te ao Maori, te reo me ona tikanga or be willing to upskill in this area. 
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or other relevant software.
• Qualification in a relevant field (social work, community development, etc.) or working towards.
• Ability to work autonomously, demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and integrity. 
• Understand the barriers for people living rural and for Maori in accessing services in New Zealand. 

Desirable:

• Previous experience in the health or community sector.
• Familiarity with Kaupapa Maori community programs and services is preferred.
• Lived experience, including an understanding of rural New Zealand and Maori inequity. 

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting the wellbeing of our community and would love the opportunity to advocate for our whanau, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

For the job description and an application form, please email 
manager@uruuruwhenuahealth.co.nz

To apply, please email CV, cover letter and application form to: Mel Kuiti – CEO Manager@uruuruwhenuahealth.co.nz

Please note we will be considering applicants as they apply. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Relocation costs or travel costs may be considered for the right applicant.