Ngāi Tahu Representation - Ōkeina/Okains Bay Reserve Management Committee

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu is seeking a nomination to appoint a Ngāi Tahu representative to the Ōkeina/Okains Bay Reserve Management Committee. About the Committee The purpose of the Ōkeina/Okains Bay Reserve Management Committee is: To co-manage the site. To have direct input into reserve maintenance planning and development. About the role As a Ngāi Tahu representative, you will provide a Ngāi Tahu perspective to the Ōkeina/Okains Bay Reserve Management Committee, helping to ensure tribal values, priorities and interests are reflected in the Committee’s work. You will also maintain a strong connection with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu by keeping the organisation informed of matters of tribal significance and representing Ngāi Tahu views on issues considered by the Committee. Skills and experience Ōkeina/Okains Bay Reserve is to be treated as if it were a recreation reserve. The Committee is to control and manage Ōkeina/Okains Bay in a way that meets the requirements of the Reserves Act 1977, the Deed of Settlement, the Council and Te Rūnanga. We’re looking for applicants with knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: familiar with the agreements contained in the Deed of Settlement and the Act and too all other relevant legislation such as the Reserves Act ability to co-manage the land in accordance with the Management Plan, acknowledging that Te Rūnanga are owners of the land Ensuring the values of Ngāi Tahu are taken into consideration when making any decisions under the delegated authority Support the update of the Management Plan to reflect the values of mana whenua * Position Brief attached for more details. Meeting details Hui will be held regularly with not more than three months between hui. For further information, assistance connecting with Te Rūnanga o Koukourārata, or to discuss the role, please contact Mishele Radford, Advisor – External Appointments at [email protected] . Nominations should be received by Te Rūnanga o Koukourarata by close of business, Friday, 28 August 2026. Formal notification will be sent to the successful nominee following the review and appointment process. Closes on 28 Aug 2026 17:00 #J-18808-Ljbffr