Ara Poutama Aotearoa is dedicated to bringing about meaningful and lasting change for Maori within the Corrections system. We are looking for kaimahi to fill a key role that can contribute our experience and influence for this important mission. The position offers a dynamic and diverse work environment that exposes you to a wide range of issues, requiring critical thinking and strong relationship skills. The main responsibilities include leading and supporting the strategic development of the Kaupapa Maori Supervision team, within the Tumu Herenga DCE Maori business group , as well as cultivating positive relationships with Departmental staff, and other important stakeholders. This is a permanent, full-time position.
Nga kawenga | About the role
The Senior Adviser Kaupapa Maori Supervisor is responsible for the delivery of Kaupapa Maori Supervision to programme facilitators and psychologists. The position holder will also provide Kaupapa Maori advice to Ara Poutama Aotearoa to ensure the delivery of high-quality Maori centred practice to elevate Te Ao Maori methodologies and worldviews for rehabilitation design and delivery; and for leading improvement in Kaupapa Maori Supervision.
The key responsibilities of this role include working closely with other managers to provide support for Kaupapa Maori supervision, ensuring that the Kaupapa Maori elements of programs are effectively implemented, advising the Psychology and Programmes teams on Te Ao Maori methodologies, guiding program design and practice to achieve positive outcomes for Maori, undergoing training in Te Ara Tauwhaiti (Kaupapa Maori cultural supervision framework) and engaging in Kaupapa Maori supervision, co-facilitating training programs, proficiently navigating Kaupapa Maori models and frameworks, supporting special projects related to Kaupapa Maori Practice development, and completing administrative tasks such as report writing within agreed timeframes.
He korero mou | About you
In the Senier Adviser Kaupapa Maori Supervisor role, you will build and nurture strong relationships, demonstrating innovation, critical thinking, and leadership abilities to develop and deliver effective human-centered solutions. You will utilise your extensive experience or training in program facilitation, Maori cultural supervision, counselling, social work, or a related social service field, maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion. Your solid understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) and its application to Kaupapa Maori Practice within Te Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) will be essential. Leveraging your deep knowledge of Maori issues, Te Ao Maori (Maori worldview), matauranga Maori (Maori knowledge systems), and Tikanga Maori (Maori customs and protocols), you will confidently provide Kaupapa Maori supervision. Demonstrating proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, you will showcase excellent computer skills. Your strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with excellent interpersonal, communication, organisational, and relationship management skills, will make you an outstanding fit for this role.
Utu a-tau | Salary
The full salary range is $101,162 - $142,816. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ko wai matou | About us
Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) Health Services lead the delivery of patient-focused primary health care services to tangata within corrections facilities across Aotearoa. Hokai Rangi, our over-arching strategic direction, places the focus on health at the heart of our business. Building our frameworks from a Matauranga Maori basis is our focus to drive and support equity for Maori, which in turn will contribute to achieving our outcomes of reducing reoffending.
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Tono inaianei | Apply now
Applications Close 11pm Thursay, 26 June 2025.
Please apply and describe your motivation for joining the department, highlighting relevant skills and experience. Please include a tailored CV or Cover Letter if you have one. Alignment to our Kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples that reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.
Ara Poutama Aotearoa values diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce which reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
If you want to find out more about a career with us visit our careers page or email our team at [email protected].
