Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role

The Kaitiaki Marae role at EIT involves managing the marae facilities, ensuring they are well-maintained and ready for use by both internal and external groups. This position requires strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of Māori culture and protocols. This is a part time role. 

The appointing salary for this role will be between $54,810 and $61,112 FTE, dependent on skills and experience.

The Kaitiaki Marae - Marae Technician is based in our  Te Ūranga Waka | Te Pūkenga reporting to the  Pouarataki, Head of School and Poutuara, Assistant Head of School, Te Ūranga Waka and will be responsible for: 

• Manage marae bookings and liaise with the Timetable Coordinator.
• Organize IT and facility requirements for bookings, including parking permits and Wi-Fi passwords.
• Ensure the cleanliness and readiness of the wharenui, wharekai, and kāuta before and after events.
• Conduct regular stocktakes and maintain communication with staff regarding marae needs.

He kōrero mōu| About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Good administration skills and knowledge of the Māori language and culture.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage time effectively.
• Understanding and appreciation of local marae protocols and cultural sensitivity.

As an inclusive and supportive employer, we value diversity and want to encourage anyone interested to apply, regardless of whether you tick all the boxes or not.

We know that people from underrepresented groups and women in particular don't apply for roles if they're not a 100% match, but we're not looking for perfection, we're looking for potential.  

We want to see the real you in your application, and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your Cover Letter.

For more information please view the Position Description below.

Mō Mātou | About us

EIT a business division of Te Pūkenga, is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with campus locations in Tairawhiti (Gisborne), Hawkes Bay and Auckland with learning centres located throughout the region.

EIT | Te Pūkenga is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our region (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, we recognise the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply 

As a responsible employer and education provider, EIT | Te Pūkenga is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable persons and applies relevant policy and practice to meet this commitment. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and will be required to undergo pre-employment checks; Successful candidates will be required to undergo relevant vetting and employment checks.

If this exciting and rewarding role sounds like your next career move then we encourage you to apply. 

We will be assessing applications as they come in and this role will be closed earlier if we receive a suitable candidate.

To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter alongside your online application.