TE OHU
KAIMOANA
Physical address
Level 12
7 Waterloo Quay
Wellington 6011
7 Waterloo Quay
Wellington 6011
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We’re passionate and driven to make a real difference for iwi. We act with integrity, we’re experts in what we do and collaborative in the way we get it done. We understand what is needed and go the extra mile to ensure it happens.
Pou Whakakitenga
Principal Advisor to the Chief Executive
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About the role
We are Te Ohu Kaimoana and we are dedicated to uniting iwi aspirations for Tangaroa. We believe in a better way and that we are stronger together. Our strength comes from an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the marine environment, supported by a passion for greater, smarter and sustainable outcomes for iwi Māori. We are Te Ohu Kaimoana and we’re leading the change to reimagine what is possible for our people through indigenous-led solutions. Ko te ora o te whānau e kotahi ana ki a Tangaroa. Thriving whānau determining their relationship with Tangaroa.
Underpinned by ngā uara o whakapapa, rangatiratanga, kotahitanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga and hihiritanga we provide the knowledge, expertise, and resources to support iwi across a range of services in relation Tangaroa. A trusted partner and facilitator to 58 iwi across the motu, our focus is to deliver results for iwi by creating commonality that is making a positive and sustainable impact for whānau today, tomorrow and future generations. Ngā āheinga hou hei whakarata i te iwi e tutuki ai ngā kōingo me ngā wawata mō nāianei mō āpōpō hoki. New ocean possibilities that work for iwi and their aspirations for today and the future.
Following an internal promotion, we are looking for a strategic visionary with exceptional organisational skills and the ability to build lasting relationships. As our Pou Whakakitenga | Principal Advisor, you will provide high-level strategic, operational, organisational and policy advice to the Te Mātārae | Chief Executive. Collaborating closely with the Chief Executive, and the management team, you will drive strategic quality assurance and policy development, leading decision-making across a broad spectrum of issues. Your technical expertise and leadership will ensure meaningful, long-term outcomes, while your ability to cultivate relationships will strengthen connections with iwi, within the kāhui, and other key stakeholders.
He aha ai mātou - Why us
In exchange, we offer:
- A hybrid working environment with flexible arrangements.
- A modern office in Te Whanganui-a-tara CBD with stunning views of our harbour.
- A competitive salary aligned with market rates.
- Wellbeing allowance, health, life, and income protection insurance benefits.
Ko koe tēnei
About you
Committed to advancing hapū, iwi and Māori interests you will possess:
- A tertiary qualification in Science, Resource Management, Law, or Public Policy
- Strong understanding of the seafood industry (e.g. fishing and aquaculture) or related sectors
- Extensive experience delivering strategic policy advice in high pressure environments
- Proven experience working with Māori/iwi/hapū organisations or groups
- Expertise in the machinery of government and their processes
- A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Māori/iwi/hapū development
- Knowledge of capability-building frameworks and project management methodologies
- Competency or commitment to te reo Māori ōna tikanga
Me pēhea te tuku tono
How to apply
For more information, and a copy of the job description please email: crystal.dickson@teohukaimoana.nz
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Our people
Tukua ai e Te Ohu Kaimoana te mātauranga, te tohungatanga me ngā rauemi hai tautoko i ngā iwi i runga i ngā ratonga whānui e pā ana ki te moana.
Our staff provide the knowledge, expertise and resources to support iwi across a range of services in relation to the ocean.
Our people
Te Kāhui o Te Ohu Kai Moana
Our governance structure
Te Ohu Kai Moana Trustee Limited is the corporate trustee for Te Ohu Kaimoana and the Māori Commercial Aquaculture Settlement Trust (Takutai Trust).
The Board of Te Ohu Kaimoana is responsible for appointing directors to fisheries settlement entities Te Wai Māori Trust, Tapuwae Roa (formerly Te Pūtea Whakatupu Trust) and Aotearoa Fisheries Limited (trading as Moana New Zealand); each of whom were established in 2004 under the Māori Fisheries Act.
Aotearoa Fisheries Limited owns 50% of deep sea fishing company Sealord Group Limited in partnership with Japanese marine foods company Nissui Corporation, and appoints 50% of its directors.
The Board of Te Ohu Kaimoana is comprised of seven directors and two alternate directors. The directors are responsible for approving the strategic outlook of the organisation and to ensure the goals and objectives are implemented. Te Ohu Kaimoana directors follow a Charter of Corporate Governance, Best Practice, and a Code of Ethics.
The directors are appointed by a statutory body named Te Kāwai Taumata. Te Kāwai Taumata is comprised of 11 members; 10 of whom are iwi representatives from Māori electorates throughout Aotearoa, and one member whom is representative of Representative Māori Organisations (urban Māori organisations), as defined by the Māori Fisheries Act 2004.
WHAKAPAPA
Our history
Our origin was forged in the fight against confiscation due to the introduction of the Quota Management System in 1986. Since then, and for over 30 years, Te Ohu Kaimoana has worked to protect the whakapapa rights of tangata whenua, guaranteed through Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Māori fisheries and aquaculture settlements.
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