Kaiako – Certificate in Māori Governance, Manu Taiko – Toro Parirau

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. Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace.

Mō tēnei mahi | About this job

We are seeking a kaiako to deliver our exciting new programme for the Certificate in Māori Governance/Manu Taiko – Toro Parirau. This Certificate in Māori Governance, Level 4, programme will develop skills and confidence for Māori governors within a Kaupapa Māori context, enhancing leadership skills, governance understanding, and preparing for successful succession in governance roles.

This is a full-time (37.5hrs per week) fixed term (until 12 July 2026, with the possibility of extending this) position based at our Christchurch campus.

The role involves but is not limited to: developing lesson plans, presenting material to tauira (students), responding to tauira learning needs, and evaluating tauira progress.

Some flexibility is required to work some weekends and evenings.

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.
• Have a Certificate in First Aid
• Hold unit Standards: 4098, 11551 & 11552
• Have a Full and current Driver’s license (Class 1) required
• Have a minimum 5+ years’ experience in Māori Governance, Leadership, and /or related roles
• Minimum 2 + years adult teaching and /or facilitation. Whilst teaching experience is highly valued at TWoA, newly qualified Kaiako/tutors with the relevant qualifications but with no or limited previous teaching experience will also be considered for employment.

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities, and develop and 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. If you have queries about the position and/or the programme please email jobs@twoa.ac.nz

A position description is available on our career’s website.