Kaiako - Cert in Māori Governance

Mō mātou | About us

As a proudly indigenous tertiary educator, ‘tauira success’ is our mission and ‘whānau transformation through education’ is our vision, guiding our commitment to delivering quality education programmes underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

We are seeking a Kaiako to deliver the Certificate in Māori Governance programme, which involves but is not limited to: developing lesson plans, presenting material to tauira (students), responding to tauira learning needs, and evaluating tauira progress. This is a fixed term (until 14 December 2025), full-time (37.5hrs per week) position, based at our Māngere campus.

This Diploma in Māori Governance programme offers tauira the chance to learn about the construction trade through practical experiences, cultural connections and mātauranga.

Mōu | About you

You will play a critical role in inspiring and empowering tauira to understand and engage with the principles and practices of Māori governance, deeply rooted in Tikanga (customs) and kawa (protocols). You will be someone who is passionate about fostering a learning environment that respects and elevates Māori values, encourages critical thinking, and cultivates leadership aligned with the mana (authority) and mātauranga (knowledge) of iwi,hapū, and whānau.

The right candidate will have a passion for supporting tauira success, as well as possess strong communication skills, cultural awareness, and adaptability

Ideally you will:

• Hold a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Māori / Business Studies or comparative equivalent

• Hold a Certificate in Adult Tertiary Teaching (Level 5) or equivalent, or be willing to complete this within 12 months of employment

• Have a Certificate in First Aid

• Hold unit Standards: 4098, 11551 & 11552

• Have a Full and current Driver’s license (Class 1) required

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and to uphold Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) will be key.

Kua whati te tai, tono mai! | Apply today!

If we’ve outlined a role that matches your capabilities and aspirations, and a workplace that appeals, apply today as applications will close as soon as we have a suitable shortlist.

A position description is available on our career’s website.  For any other queries, please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz