He angitūtanga: The opportunity
As Senior Māori Research Programmer, you will lead the development of region-wide initiatives that create meaningful opportunities for whānau Māori to engage with whakapapa research and mātauranga Māori. Through trusted partnerships, community engagement and innovative activations, you will improve access to research and heritage collections, support whānau, hapū and iwi to contribute to and grow mātauranga Māori, and strengthen enduring connections to whakapapa, identity and taonga across Tāmaki Makaurau.
What you can expect to work on includes:
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He kōrero mōu: About you
You will bring strong capability in te reo Māori me ōna tikanga, a broad understanding of mātauranga Māori and confidence applying kaupapa māori within a professional environment. Your understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its practical application within public institutions will be supported by experience in Māori research and the ability to interpret mātauranga Māori requests appropriately. Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused, you will possess excellent planning, communication and relationship-building skills. You will also be comfortable engaging with māori communities, tamariki and rangatahi while connecting mātauranga māori with professional research standards.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific, providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.5 million people. We are committed to environmental action and delivering a transformational shift for Māori living in Tāmaki Makaurau.
In return for your hard work, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment and lots of opportunities for growth and development. You’ll work with a team of remarkable and talented professionals who have a passion for hāpori Māori. On top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts. Click link to find out more about our employee benefits package.
If you have any questions about this role, please email me kennedy.sua@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!
Applications close Wednesday Sunday 30 August 2026
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse communities of Tāmaki Makaurau and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background, or religious beliefs. We also welcome applications from our Rainbow communities as well as disabled and neurodivergent people. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone. If you require any support or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.
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