Kaiwhakatere (Navigator) Nga Tini Whetu - Auckland, New Zealand - New Zealand Frost Fans Limited

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Community Development (Community Services & Development)

As a Kaiwhakatere (Navigator) you will engage with our whanau in their development and utilisation of an exciting project called Nga Tini Whetu.

Servicing our whanau/community in both Whangarei and Kawakawa
Nga Tini Whetu acknowledges the importance of a healthy and fertile environment for whānau to flourish. We liken pēpī to a seed, the māmā provides love and protection while she carries pēpī.

Upon entry to this world the whānau continue to provide a safe and nurturing environment for the pēpī to grow.

The forest provides protection and sustenance to the environment of which allows pēpī, māmā, and the whānau to flourish. Providing a Whānau Ora inclusive approach focusing on the strengths and capability of the whānau, growing whānau connections, supporting the development of whānau leadership and enhancing best outcomes for whānau and their pēpī

ABOUT YOU

You will have a lot of energy and an ability to work and engage with a diverse range of whanau.

Preferred applicants will have
Previous experience working with Mama and Pepi
Active and meaningful networks that can support our Mama and Pepi to grow and thrive.
Experience in applying Tikanga Maori as it applies in the role is desirable
Ability to understand and form appropriate professional relationships with whanau.
Established community networks and awareness of whanau, Hapu and Iwi development.
Able to demonstrate practical understanding of the aspirations and challenges facing Maori communities
Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work as part of a team
OUR STORY, OUR SERVICES
Ngāti Hine Health Trust (The Trust) celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2022.

From humble beginnings, the Trust has grown to become an exponential leader in oranga (wellbeing) services within the Northland community.

The Trust delivers across multiple sectors including health, disability support, mental health & addictions, primary care, justice, corrections, housing, education, social services, reo irirangi Māori and Whānau Ora.

We have locations in Kawakawa (Head Office), Whangārei (Business Support) and satellite offices in Kaikohe, Pakaraka, Moerewa and Kaeo.

The size and complexity of the Trust can be measured with, circa 30 June 2022:
$40M revenue, 400+ kaimahi and over 100 funding contracts and/or agreements.

To find out more, visit the website:

TE PAE TAWHITI:

OUR PURPOSE

Ko Ngāti Hine e ngunguru nei: Our vision statement gives Ngāti Hine Health Trust the ability to advocate for whānau, hapū and hāpori, while being accountable to those we serve.

Me ū ki te Tū o Ngāti Hine, ko te oranga te take: We will hold-fast to the values and tikanga that underpin Ngāti Hine as we endeavour to uplift the wellbeing of our whānau, hapū and hāpori.

Whanaungatanga:
Kinship and relationships


Kotahitanga:
Unity of purpose

The Trust is proud to be a Kaupapa Māori Organisation committed to not just reflecting Māori values, but Ngāti Hine tikanga and kawa (Te Tu o Ngāti Hine).

The Trust is committed to understanding and reflecting in the way we operate the principles found within two key documents of Aotearoa, New Zealand:

He Whakaputanga o te Rangātiratanga o Nu Tirene, 1835, the Declaration of Independence of the United Tribes of New Zealand and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, 1840.

Applications for this position close 4 March 2024 at 15:00pm .

Important:

To apply for this vacancy firstly, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, reside or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand, and therefore, hold a valid visa.

Secondly, completion of a police vetting form will apply as NHHT is committed to the application of the Children's Act 2015 and its intent to improve the safety of all children.

This role falls into the category of a Core Worker under the Children's Act 2015.

A Core Worker is defined as a children's worker whose work in or providing a regulated service requires or allows that, when the person is present with a child or children in the course of that work, the person:

Is the only children's worker present; or Is the children's worker who has primary responsibility for, or authority over, the child or children present.

Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
How many years' experience do you have as a Navigator?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
Do you have experience in a community outreach environment?
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