Pou Whakahaere Whanaungatanga (Stakeholder Coordinator)

This is the lead coordination role for Ki Tua. You will hold the relationships that make the programme move: hapū, community, agencies, and the Rāhui Steering Committee. You will facilitate all hui and engagement, set the strategic direction for programme communications, lead the 186A Temporary Closure workstream, and provide day-to-day leadership to two direct reports. Key responsibilities Build and hold trusted relationships across hapū, community, agencies, and partners, and own the MPI relationship end to end Lead and facilitate all hui and engagement processes, including a dedicated rangatahi activity Set key messages and communications direction, and approve all external-facing content Lead the 186A extension workstream through to submission (target: RSC-ready 30 September 2026) Coordinate programme workstreams, timelines, risks, and Steering Committee reporting Lead and mentor two direct reports About you Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement experience — able to hold whanaungatanga with mana Excellent facilitation skills across diverse and sometimes competing interests Strong coordination and programme leadership skills, and confidence setting communications direction About us Te Kāhui o Taranaki Iwi is the post-settlement iwi authority for Taranaki Iwi, working to advance the collective aspirations of our uri, whānau, hapū, and Iwi across five strategic whenu — guided by our vision, Me tongai harakeke. The Western Taranaki Rāhui Steering Committee holds the kaupapa mandate for Ki Tua. Established by and accountable to Ngā Hapū o Taranaki Iwi and the wider community, it provides strategic leadership, sets priorities, and guides engagement while representing the collective voice of the kaitiaki driving the transition from rāhui to a permanent Mātaitai Reserve. #J-18808-Ljbffr