About the Role
As a Kaitauhere - Employment Coordinator here at Te Whānau o Waipareira, you’ll walk alongside Māori whānau on their journey to sustainable employment and long-term wellbeing. You’ll empower whānau to overcome barriers, prepare for work, secure meaningful mahi, and stay in employment with the right wrap-around support.
This mahi is part of the Supporting Māori to Thrive in the Workplace programme, delivered by Te Whānau o Waipareira in partnership with Te Pae Herenga o Tāmaki. It is an opportunity to create generational change for Māori whanau and contribute directly to better futures.
Ngā kawenga | What You’ll Be Doing
As a Kaitauhere - Employment Coordinator here at Te Whānau o Waipareira, you’ll walk alongside Māori whānau on their journey to sustainable employment and long-term wellbeing. You’ll empower whānau to overcome barriers, prepare for work, secure meaningful mahi, and stay in employment with the right wrap-around support.
This mahi is part of the Supporting Māori to Thrive in the Workplace programme, delivered by Te Whānau o Waipareira in partnership with Te Pae Herenga o Tāmaki. It is an opportunity to create generational change for Māori whanau and contribute directly to better futures.
Ngā kawenga | What You’ll Be Doing
- Building strong, trusting relationships with whānau to understand aspirations and support their employment pathways
- Developing tailored Whānau Plans that address barriers and identify training, education, and skill-building opportunities
- Supporting whānau into employment and ensuring retention for at least 182 days
- Connecting with employers, community providers, and Te Pae Herenga o Tāmaki partners to create opportunities and strengthen networks
- Administering the MSD-funded Flexible Fund to provide support such as transport, training, medical, dental, or micro-credentials
- Monitoring and reporting on progress, placements, retention, and fund use to meet MSD requirements
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | What You’ll Bring
- At least 2 years’ experience supporting whānau into employment or similar pathways
- A full, clean NZ driver’s licence
- Confidence in engaging with whānau, employers, and community networks
- Strong reporting, fund administration, and case management skills
- Commitment to Te Reo me ngā Tikanga Māori, and experience in kaupapa Māori approaches
- Proven ability to maintain a caseload, meet placement targets, and provide pastoral care that supports long-term success
He aha ai mātou? | Why Us?
Te Whānau o Waipareira is more than a workplace. We are a whānau, grounded in kaupapa Māori values and committed to walking alongside our communities. When you join Waipareira, you’ll step into a supportive environment that values connection, innovation, and the wellbeing of our kaimahi. You’ll also enjoy:
Te Whānau o Waipareira is more than a workplace. We are a whānau, grounded in kaupapa Māori values and committed to walking alongside our communities. When you join Waipareira, you’ll step into a supportive environment that values connection, innovation, and the wellbeing of our kaimahi. You’ll also enjoy:
- A fun, flexible, and supportive team culture
- Locally based offices in the heart of West Auckland, close to transport and shops
- The chance to be part of a kaupapa that changes lives and futures for whānau Māori
Me tono mai | Apply Now
Ready to support whānau into brighter futures? Apply today by clicking the “Quick Apply” button. You can expect to hear back from us with the next steps of the recruitment process within the first 2 weeks of applying. For more information about Te Whānau o Waipareira, visit www.waipareira.com
Applicants must have New Zealand residency or a valid work visa.
We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.
Ready to support whānau into brighter futures? Apply today by clicking the “Quick Apply” button. You can expect to hear back from us with the next steps of the recruitment process within the first 2 weeks of applying. For more information about Te Whānau o Waipareira, visit www.waipareira.com
Applicants must have New Zealand residency or a valid work visa.
We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.
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