Expression of Interest: Kaiārahi Pūkenga – Business Role

Patuharakeke Te Iwi Trust Board (PTITB) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) to fill a fixed-term, part-time Kaiārahi Pūkenga business role.

This role is focused on supporting PTITB's operational and strategic priorities, with an emphasis on compliance, engagement, and funding sustainability.

For the Kaiārahi Pūkenga (business-focused) role, the best attributes combine technical skills, cultural competence, and leadership qualities. .

To Submit an EOI:

Please provide a brief CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience aligned to the key areas below.

Deadline: 22 July 2025

Submit to: admin@patuharakeke.maori.nz

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Key Experience Required:

Applicants will need proven capability in the following areas:

1. Electoral Services

   • Experience facilitating or managing election processes

   • Knowledge of voting systems and engagement practice

     
     

2. Compliance and Legal Understanding

   • Familiarity with legal documents such as Trust Deed

   • Ability to interpret governance frameworks and apply compliance best practices

   
   

3. Beneficiary Database Management

   • Working knowledge of managing, updating, and protecting membership data

   • Use of CRM systems or similar platforms

   
   

4. Sustainable Funding

   • Experience identifying and securing funding opportunities (grants, sponsorships, partnerships)

   • Budgeting and reporting to meet funder requirements

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For the Kaiārahi Pūkenga (business-focused) role, these are the top attributes tailored to the role’s nature and purpose:

Key Attributes Required:

1. Strong Relationship Skills (Whanaungatanga) Able to build and maintain trust with whānau, trustees, and stakeholders.
   

2. Integrity and Accountability (Ngākau Pono) Honest, reliable, and respectful—especially when handling sensitive data.
   

3. Legal and Compliance Awareness Confident interpreting Trust Deeds and supporting governance processes.

   
   

4. Funding and Business Knowledge Skilled in sourcing sustainable funding and managing budgets or proposals.
   

5. Database and Systems Confidence Comfortable managing beneficiary records and working with digital tools.
   

6. Excellent Communication Clear and professional in both written and verbal communication.
   

7. Organised and Detail-Focused Good time management with accuracy in documentation and reporting.
   

8. Tikanga Māori Competence Values and upholds Māori customs, language, and kawa in mahi. Have an awareness of the rohe of Patuharakeke and the Patuharakeke Te Iwi Trust business.
   

9. Problem-Solver with Initiative Proactive, adaptable, and focused on practical solutions.