Head of Strategic Māori and Iwi Partnerships - Water Services Organisation

Job description

Te Tūranga | About the role

We’re looking for a strategic and influential leader to join our new regional Water Services Organisation as Head of Strategic Māori and Iwi Partnerships.

This role sits at the heart of how we partner with iwi, hapū, tangata whenua and the wider Māori community across our water services system. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s Māori and iwi partnership framework, ensuring Māori perspectives, aspirations and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi are embedded across strategy, planning, investment and delivery.

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how we work in partnership—guiding leaders, influencing decision-making, and ensuring our commitments to Te Mana o te Wai and equitable outcomes are realised in practice.

What you’ll be part of

• Integral part of the Executive Leadership team in our new organisati...