Employment
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The Office of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu is a dynamic and contemporary organisation that exists to
support the tribal institutions of Ngāi Tahu and to give effect to the aspirations of Ngāi Tahu Whānui
guided by our vision of ‘mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake nei’ (for us and our children after us).
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (OCEO) VACANCIES
The Office of the Chief Executive Officer (OCEO) encompasses the core streams of Strategy and Influence and holds responsibility for external influence and internal advisory regarding national policy that has a particular impact on the Group’s functions. We currently need skilled research and analysis professionals to lead two significant work programmes which are key Te Rūnanga priorities.
Project Manager – Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) (Fixed term, full time)
As a result of an agreement in principle with the Crown, two commercial opportunities exist to engage in regeneration and afforestation on Crown land. The Project Manager - ETS will work collaboratively across the Te Rūnanga Group to ensure that Ngāi Tahu is strategically positioned to maximise these opportunities including; exploring capitalisation options, analysing and presenting recommendations on deal structure and preferred entity and reporting to the respective governance entities within the Te Rūnanga Group. The role will also involve supporting relationships and negotiations with the Crown, other iwi and prospective partners.
Job Description [PDF 137K]
Project Manager – Freshwater (Permanent, full time)
The Project Manager Water is responsible for leading the strategic engagement of the Te Rūnanga Group on freshwater issues across local, regional and national levels so as to protect, restore and enhance the expression of the rights and responsibilities of Ngāi Tahu. The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that a Te Rūnanga Group Freshwater Strategy is produced and that the Te Runanga Group effectively represents aligned positions that maximise strategic opportunities and leverage. The role will require constructive and close relationships are maintained with Papatipu Rūnanga and the responsible entities within the Te Rūnanga Group.
Job Description [PDF 136K]
Senior Policy Advisor/Junior Policy Advisor
The Senior Policy Advisor/Junior Policy advisor positions will lead and contribute to a diverse range of
work streams at the interface of tribal and commercial development, engaging with both central
government policy and the development of internal policies to provide for alignment with Ngāi Tahu
vision and values. These positions offer a real opportunity to lead, influence and produce high quality
analysis, research and advice that has an immediate impact. Both positions will prepare and draft
policy documents, in co-operation with internal and external working parties.
Please Koral Gallagher for a position description for these roles, via email at koral.gallagher@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.
TOITŪ TE WHENUA VACANCIES
Senior Environmental Advisor – Freshwater Management (Permanent, full time)
The Senior Environmental Advisor – Freshwater Management/Kaitohutohu Pūtaiao Waimāori is
responsible for leading implementation and operational aspects of freshwater related matters across
local and regional issues in order to protect, restore and enhance the expression of the rights and
responsibilities of Ngāi Tahu. The position is focused on ensuring maximisation of the roles and
opportunities arising from the Ngāi Tahu Claims Settlement, local government planning, and policy
frameworks and large resource consent processes. The role will require maintenance of close and
constructive relationships with Papatipu Rūnanga, entities within the Te Rūnanga Group, and external
parties.
Job Description [PDF 140K]
Senior Environmental Advisor – Land Development (Permanent, full time)
The Senior Environmental Advisor – Land Development/Kaitohutohu Pūtaiao Take Whenua is
responsible for upholding the mana of Ngāi Tahu and facilitating the integration of the range of Ngāi
Tahu values, interests, rights and responsibilities in all of the work undertaken by Ngāi Tahu Property,
the commercial property company of the iwi. The role requires working across all Ngāi Tahu Property
developments in order to facilitate Papatipu Rūnanga involvement and provision of strategic cultural
and environmental advice. The role will be based within Toitū Te Whenua (the iwi Environmental Unit)
and require maintenance of close and constructive relationships with Ngāi Tahu Property, Papatipu
Rūnanga, rūnanga environmental entities, entities within the Te Rūnanga Group and external parties.
These positions represent a significant opportunity to make a real contribution to the future of iwi. We
are dedicated to the personal and professional development of our people and strive to support, guide
and grow their capability.
Job Description [PDF 135K]
HOW TO APPLY
Please complete the Consent Form and attach along with your letter of application and CV to Koral Gallagher, via email at koral.gallagher@ngaitahu.iwi.nz.
All applications will be electronically acknowledged and further correspondence may be by email. Please be specific about which role you are applying for when sending in an application.
All Applications for the above roles close: Wednesday 24 March 2010
Rainbow Springs
- Administration Manager/PA
This is a varied role with always plenty to do, you will work in a fun and friendly team who support each other and have a real commitment to get the job done.
The main purpose of this role is to provide administrative assistance and support to all departments. Your duties will include accounts, IT maintenance, overseeing the cashier functions, payroll queries and extensive OSH involvement. You will also be required to maintain employee files, statistical data, be our training liaison person to outside service providers and assist the General Manager in various projects.
You’ll have a passion to meet the challenge and have well developed organisation skills. You will need to be able to work in a multicultural environment and be a team player. Your skills will also include Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and accounts processing. Exposure to HR processes and health and safety legislation would be an advantage.
Remuneration will be discussed at the time of interview.
Applicants should send their CV with an accompanying letter to: Stewart Brown, General Manager, Rainbow Springs Ltd, PO Box 25 , Rotorua or email stewart.brown@rainbowsprings.co.nz.
Applications close 31st March 2010.
Senior Investment Analyst
Ngāi Tahu Holding Corporation and its subsidiaries (the Group) is the wholly owned investment company of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and is responsible for the expert and prudent management of Ngāi Tahu commercial activities across four subsidiary companies – Ngāi Tahu Seafood, Ngāi Tahu Tourism, Ngāi Tahu Property and Ngāi Tahu Capital.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, this is a valuable opportunity to play a key role in mergers and acquisitions, alliances, restructuring and business valuations in a leading organisation.
Working in a small high performing team, you will have the opportunity to use your financial modelling and analytical skills to evaluate a range of businesses across various industries.
We are seeking a highly driven person with a high level of business acumen and strong communication skills. You will need a relevant tertiary qualification combined with an accounting and/or finance qualification. This role would suit a person who wants to apply their experience of corporate finance theory, business valuation methodologies and governance.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits in an environment that is geared towards you growing and succeeding.
The successful candidate will be genuinely interested in the creation of intergenerational wealth for Ngāi Tahu Whānui and committed to the highest standards of professional excellence. This is a rare and exceptional opportunity to be part of a progressive and dynamic organisation suited to a well established, dedicated and motivated professional.
Download a copy of the:
- Position Description [PDF 139KB]
- Consent Form [Word 210KB]
To apply, please complete the Consent Form and attach along with your letter of application and CV to Koral Gallagher via email at koral.gallagher@ngaitahu.iwi.nz. All applications will be electronically acknowledged and further correspondence may be by email.
Applications close: Wednesday 17th March 2010
Dart River
– Jet Boat Driver
Put yourself in the drivers seat
Dart River Jet Safaris experiences are a unique combination of exciting braided river Jet Boating, breathtaking scenery, Māori heritage and inspiring adventure – truly authentic discoveries of everything that makes New Zealand an exceptional destination.
Full time position
Are you looking for a job that will inspire your passion for the outdoors and give you the opportunity to share this with a wide range of people from around the world and be part of a great team of fun loving people? Then we would like to hear from you. You’ll think fast, be calm under pressure and really want to complement your skills with the ability to drive on one of New Zealand’s most challenging rivers.
As a member of our team of Jet Boat Drivers you’ll spend your day in an outstanding landscape entertaining passengers on the longest and most sensational jet boat experience in the Queenstown area.
Ideally you will have some mechanical know-how coupled with a real affinity and experience in the outdoors and be prepared to commit to us for two years. A specialised Jet Boat Driver training programme will be undertaken when you commence employment so that you are able to meet the high standards that our guests expect.
For further information call Callan Grimmer on 0274-333-007 or send your CV and cover letter to: Callan Grimmer, Operations Manager, c.grimmer@dartriverjetsafaris.co.nz
Applications close 22nd March 2010.
Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu
- Personal Assistant – Service Delivery
Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu is a dynamic and contemporary organisation that exists to support the tribal institutions of Ngāi Tahu and to give effect to the aspirations of Ngāi Tahu Whānui guided by our vision of ‘mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake nei’ (for us and our children after us).
We are seeking a Personal Assistant to join the Service Delivery arm of the Te Rūnanga Group.
The Service Delivery arm is focused upon providing support to all parts of Ngāi Tahu including the Office of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, Ngāi Tahu Holdings Group and Papatipu Rūnanga in a manner which maximises efficiency and productivity and minimises strategic and operational risk.
This team integrates the communications, knowledge and business information systems, Group procurement and administration and financial transaction and process improvement functions.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for continuous improvement and previous experience in teams dedicated to enabling superior organisational performance.
This role demands attention to detail and the ability to respond to and manage conflicting priorities, therefore a high level of verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work autonomously to tight deadlines are key requirements.
Your experience and skills should include:
- Advanced knowledge of administrative policies, procedures and technology
- Advanced user of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 2007
- Proactive diary management and organisation skills.
We are dedicated to the personal and professional development of our people and strive to support, guide and grow their capability.
Download a copy of the:
- Position Description [PDF 123KB]
- Consent Form [Word 231KB]
To apply, please complete the Consent Form and attach along with your letter of application and CV to Rachel Hewett, via email at rachel.hewett@ngaitahu.iwi.nz. All applications will be electronically acknowledged and further correspondence may be by email.
Applications close: Friday 12th March 2010.