Kaitakawaenga

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Cranford Hospice provides specialist palliative care, support, and advice to people across Hawke’s Bay – from Mahia to Takapau. Our vision is to help people make the most of living and dying within a compassionate community. Our whānau and people are at the heart of everything we do. Upholding our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi we drive equitable outcomes and culturally responsive care for Māori and guided by our Organisational culture THRIVE Principles - Trust, Health & Wellbeing, Respect, Inclusivity, Versatility and Empowerment - we foster a positive, supportive and values-driven workplace. About the role We are seeking a Kaitakawaenga to join our team leading culturally safe, mana-enhancing palliative care for Māori and whānau. You will partner with patients, whānau, hapū and iwi to support care planning and manaakitanga, embedding Te Tiriti-informed practice across our services. You will also support culturally responsive care for Pasifika. Working alongside our multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in supporting whānau with their hospice care and ensuring their cultural needs, values and preferences are upheld. Key responsibilities Provide culturally informed support, advocacy and manaaki for Māori patients and whānau Build strong relationships through whakawhanaungatanga to support shared care planning Work alongside clinical teams to embed Māori cultural values and practices which drive culturally safe care Facilitate equitable access to hospice services helping reduce barriers for Māori. Engage with iwi, hapū, marae and community providers strengthening partnerships and collaboration Contribute to culturally safe practice, education and service improvement initiatives Support responsiveness to Pasifika cultural values and family systems About you You are a compassionate and culturally grounded professional who brings strong relationships, lived experience and a deep understanding of Te Ao Māori. You will bring: Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in practice Ability to support people through serious illness, grief and loss Excellent relationship-building and communication skills A collaborative approach and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams Ideally you will also have: Experience in hospice, palliative care or bereavement support Connections with local iwi, hapū, marae or Māori providers Knowledge of te reo Māori and local tikanga The ability to connect, engage and communicate with whānau Māori and Pasifika communities Awareness of Pasifika cultural values and community networks What we offer A meaningful role making a difference in the lives of whānau across Hawke’s Bay Opportunities for professional development and growth The chance to contribute to improving equity and culturally responsive care Being part of a passionate, multidisciplinary hospice team #J-18808-Ljbffr