Kaihautu
Kaihautū – Tiriti Partnerships & Māori Success
As part of the Tiriti Partnerships and Māori Success directorate, the Kaihautū role is integral to advancing Wintec’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and driving system-wide transformation through the Tōia Mai framework. This role champions mana ōrite by fostering Māori excellence, leadership, and prosperity within vocational education. Guided by kaupapa Māori principles, the Kaihautū works collaboratively to embed Tiriti partnerships across organisational systems, ensuring equitable outcomes for ākonga Māori and their whānau. In alignment with Wintec’s mission, this position supports strategies that enable culturally grounded practices, strengthen Māori capability, and uphold the aspirations of Māori communities.
Mō Tēnei Tūranga Mahi | About the Role
The Kaihautū (Mātauranga Māori Borderless Professionals) is a senior Māori leadership role that drives system‑wide transformation at Wintec through the implementation of the Tōia Mai Excellence Framework, advancing Te Tiriti partnerships, mana ōrite and Māori success across the organisation.
The appointing salary for this role will be between $108,400 and $135,400, dependent on skills and experience.
The Kaihautū (Mātauranga Māori Borderless Professionals) is based in our Tiriti Partnerships and Māori Success Directorate, reporting to the Executive Director Tiriti Partnerships & Māori Success, and will be responsible for:
- Leading transformational change grounded in mātauranga Māori to give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Tōia Mai Excellence Framework
- Providing visible and credible cultural leadership to embed culturally responsive practice and improve outcomes for Māori learners, kaimahi, whānau, hapū and iwi
- Building and sustaining strategic relationships with iwi, hapū, whānau and Māori communities, enhancing Wintec’s reputation and Tiriti partnerships
- Leading and delivering strategic initiatives and events aligned to Tiriti Partnerships and Māori Success priorities
- Managing and supporting the Kaiārahi Māori, enabling their professional development and alignment with institutional goals
He kōrero mōu| About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Proven experience in senior Māori leadership, including leading transformational change in complex organisational environments
- Strong confidence and capability in mātauranga Māori, tikanga Māori and kaupapa Māori practice
- Demonstrated experience in Te Tiriti‑based practice and advising on what honouring Te Tiriti means in practice
- Strategic planning, implementation and reporting experience, with a focus on measurable impact Credibility, mana and the ability to build trusted relationships within Māori communities
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
Wintec is a a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute with regional campus locations in Hamilton.
Wintec 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, Wintec 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.
We will be assessing applications as they come in, and this role will be closed earlier if we receive a suitable candidate.
