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Job Opportunity: Kai Uruhi / M?ori Technical Adviser:FuelAgencyJob description:Job DescriptionKai Uruhi / M?ori Technical AdviserM?te mahi tahi i raro te korowai o te aroha ki te tangata me te whenua ka taea tet?kotahi ki roto ing? nekeneketanga o te Kaunihera o Whangarei. There's never been a better time to join us here atWhangarei District Council as our district continues to grow and we are continuously working to strengthen our strategic partnerships and enhance service provision to our community. There is also a lot of exciting change ahead as we move rapidly towards co-governance and the establishment of M?ori Wards. To support us as we go forward We are seeking for an practiced Kai Uruhi / M?ori Technical Adviser to provide specialist environmental and resource management support and advice on council's legislative and cultural responsibilities to M?ori and the impacts of those obligations on regulatory functions. Through strong relationships with hap?/iwi this function will adopt a kanohi ki te kanohi (face to face) approach to having two way knowledge and seeking resolutions of issues, working towards a shared knowledge of the two world views in relation to legislative processes, Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) and other regulatory matters. Information technology will also seek to further develop the knowledge of the M?ori world view within council in relation to the services council provides, working alongside staff to enhance knowledge and application of RMA legislative provisions and other regulatory processes for t?ngata whenua. The candidate prosperous in securing this newly developed function will also provide equivalent advice and support to Mana Whenua and Hap? to build capcapability and capacity of their organisations to engage in Council processes and decision making. Success in this function can make a positive impact on your community and if that sounds like something you're keen to take on and you are able to demonstrate the following attributes then we’d love to hear from you: » practice working with iwi and hapu and M?ori communities preferably within Te Tai Tokerau » Strong working knowledge and knowledge of significant legislation including (but not limited to) Resource Management Act 1991 and Local Government Act 2002 » knowledge of cultural competency frameworks and training » Confidence to deliver in a variety of environments where work may be carried out including marae, Council Chambers etc. » capability to influence others through development of strong working relationships and provision of clear well thought out advice » Proficiency in Te Reo M?ori and excellent knowledge of Tikanga M?ori (desire to lgain te reo as part of the position will also be considered) » Excellent knowledge of M?taurangaM?ori with the capability to communicate M?ori perspectives and values to non-M?ori audiences » Significant knowledge and practical application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in a local government setting » Hands on knowledge and practice of local government and its legislative responsibilities to M?ori At Whang?rei District Council we take our reputation as a lifestyle destination seriously and consider a range of flexible working and life balance options for those that want to work in a professional and progressive environment while still having the time to take advantage of everything our district has to offer. In addition, our employment package includes Health Insurance, Life Insurance, payment of a professional membership, continuous development opportunities and an active social club plus much more. Whang?rei is a district on the rise. Information technology is Northland's only city and largest commercial centre. Nestled between forest clad hills at the heart of the beautiful Whang?rei Harbour, nowhere in the district is more than 40 kilometres away from our spectacular coastline and commuting to WDC's CBD location is a breeze. There’s a lot that’ll make you ‘Love Information technology Here!’ If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the People and Capcapability team on (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463. To apply for this position go to http://careers.wdc.govt.nz or click the apply now button. Applications close 5 pm Wednesday, 9 February 2022. Rob Forlong CHIEF EXECUTIVE How to submit the application:Apply nowhttps://careers.wdc.govt.nz/Vacancies/5797709/title/Kai-Uruhi-M-ori-Tech nical-AdviserSkills:
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