Head Of Maori-Crown Relations

Head of Maori-Crown Relations

System Leadership | Strategy Guru | Change Agent

Strengthen Maori-Crown relationships across the complex housing and urban development system.

Mo te tunga | About the role

The Head of Maori-Crown Relations leads the strategic direction, frameworks and work programme to strengthen Maori-Crown relationships across the housing and urban development system, to deliver on Government priorities and achieve positive housing outcomes with and for iwi Maori.

A key focus of this role will be to strengthen Maori-Crown relationships across the system by leading work with other relevant agencies to streamline the complex housing landscape by creating a consolidated system-wide approach to Maori Crown relationships.

The Head of Maori-Crown Relations leads a team of specialists to provide strategic advice and analysis around the Maori-Crown relationship and the Treaty of Waitangi | Te Tiriti o Waitangi for the Ministry, and lead work so that HUD understands and upholds its Treaty commitments.

This role sits within the Ministry Te Kahui, Maori Houring Group, reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive Maori-Crown Relations.

The salary range for this role is $182k - $225k + 3% Kiwisaver contribution.

This is a Wellington based role.

Mou | About you

To thrive in our busy, challenging and changing environment, you will be adaptable, flexible and resilient, and you will bring our values to life as we work together to deliver change for Government.

You will be committed to strengthening the Maori-Crown relationship, and to growing your knowledge and use of te ao maori, te reo, tikanga maori, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and maori values and perspectives in your work, while supporting others to do the same.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Significant senior leadership experience, with demonstrated experience driving strategy, and developing and implementing work programmes ideally in the public service
• Highly proficient in Te Reo Maori me ona tikanga, with an ability to operate with ease in Te Ao Maori and have proven relationships and skills to support this
• Significant experience in Maori-Crown relationships at a system and strategic level, including depth of expertise in Te Tiriti o Waitangi | Treaty of Waitangi
• Excellent business and commercial acumen, with demonstrable experience developing and delivering strategic and operational plans and driving organisational change
• A proven ability to make quality decisions across your area of responsibility, and build and maintain systems, frameworks and processes that enable the organisation to deliver on Government expectations
• Significant experience building and leading inclusive and diverse teams, and creating a safe, positive, and thriving workplace environment
• A proven track record of working effectively with and maintaining the trust of colleagues, other senior officials and Ministers where appropriate
• A reputation for political awareness, sound knowledge of government processes (including those relating to legislation, policy and programme system levers), and proven ability to achieve the right results in a political environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with proven experience building and leveraging strategic relationships and partnerships across the public and private sectors to achieve shared outcomes

Mo matou |'About us

Te Tuapapa Kura Kainga reflects the intention of 'the foundation for a treasured home'. The name comes from the Maori whakatauki (proverb) 'he kurakainga e hokia, he kuratangata e kore e hokia', - 'a treasured home will endure, not so a treasured person'. It carries with it a strong connection to our purpose: he kaingaora, he haporiora - thriving communities where everyone has a place to call home. The importance of ensuring the wellbeing of people within the home, and our connection with the land - acknowledges the generations of people who have always called this place 'home' - and affirms our commitment to delivering for future generations of New Zealanders.

Nga'painga | What we offer

• Flexible working to give work/life balance
• Engaging employee-led people networks that celebrate diversity, provide safe spaces, and encourage thought-leadership
• Close to the railway station, modern office space and cloud -based technology that allows for joined up, cohesive collaboration
• Wellbeing initiatives, tools and courses, and a discounted health insurance scheme
• Open minds - we aren't af raid of change and encourage fresh approaches and ideas from people who want to make a difference
• We work to make sure the aspirations of whanau, hapu and iwi are enabled

Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please click on the APPLY button to be directed to the application page, from here you can upload your CV and cover letter. Please note, while applications close on 14 May 2025, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position.

Please let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.

For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our on-line process. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position.

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