Maungaharuru-Tangitū Trust (MTT) represents a collective of hapū located in Hawke’s Bay. It is a Post Settlement Governance Entity tasked with helping the hapū to realise their aspirations for themselves and the taiao.

About the Role:

The key purpose of this position is to provide advice and guide the participation of MTT in:

• consent processes (under the Resource Management Act (RMA) 1991, Biosecurity Act 1993, Conservation Act 1987 or other acts relating to the management of natural resources). This work requires assessing applications received against hapū values and may require producing cultural effects assessments; and
• environmental policy and planning processes, including from local, regional and central authorities.

The position will contribute to environmental policy and planning processes for MTT and assist in the achievement of specific outcomes in the Strategic and Annual Plans of MTT.

About you:

You could come from a policy, legal or planning background, or have experience working with resource management and Treaty of Waitangi policy in different roles within central and local government or another Kaupapa Māori organisation. In addition to being a great team player and passionate about making a difference for our hapῡ, you will have a -

• Well developed knowledge of resource management legislation and processes
• Strong understanding of local and central government polices in relation to the Treaty of Waitangi, treaty settlement redress, land use, the management of natural resources and environmental management
• Proven ability to produce high quality reports through thorough research and engagement with key internal and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of tikanga and developing knowledge of Te Reo with a commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi
• Respect for mātauranga Māori and a willingness to promote the vision and values of the hapū in resource management practice

If you have skills and bring with you a “can do” attitude then we would love you to apply to join this great team.

Benefits of working for MTT include five weeks’ annual leave and a vibrant office culture promoting whānau and work/life balance . MTT also has a strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a flexible and supportive working environment. In addition, MTT will also provide relocation assistance to any candidate relocating to Hawke’s Bay for the position.

Applications close 5pm 26th March 2023.

Please note that due to the competitive talent market at present, MTT may contact and interview candidates throughout the advertising period so please do apply immediately.