Marae Coordinator - Kairuruku Marae | Te Rūnanga o Waihao

Type: Fixed term, Part-time

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Description

Fixed-Term Maternity Leave Cover (6 Months) | Waimate

Commencing 1 October 2026

Te Rūnanga o Waihao is excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated and community-minded person to join our team as Kairuruku Marae (Marae Coordinator) on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity leave cover.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of our whānau, support marae-based activities and events, and help create positive experiences for those who connect with Waihao. Working at the heart of our organisation, you'll play an important role in ensuring our marae remains a welcoming place of connection, learning, and belonging for whānau and manuhiri.

About the Role

This varied and rewarding role includes:

• Coordinating marae bookings and supporting visitors.
• Preparing the marae for hui, wānanga, events, and whānau activities.
• Providing manaaki and hospitality for whānau and manuhiri.
• Coordinating cleaners and ensuring facilities are ready for bookings and events.
• Supporting event planning, administration, and health and safety processes.
• Working alongside whānau, volunteers, contractors, and staff to deliver successful events and activities.
• Helping strengthen whānau engagement and participation through marae-based activities.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Enjoy working with people and supporting whānau.
• Have an understanding of tikanga Māori and marae environments.
• Are organised, proactive, and able to manage a variety of tasks.
• Have strong communication and administration skills.
• Can work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Are passionate about making a positive contribution to Waihao and our whānau.

Position Details

• Fixed-term maternity leave cover.
• Part-time position (minimum 10 hours per week).
• Based at Te Rūnanga o Waihao, Waimate.
• Commencing 1 October 2026.
• Some flexibility may be available, with occasional evening or weekend events from time to time.

Expressions of Interest

We particularly encourage expressions of interest from Waihao whānau who are interested in supporting our marae and helping strengthen connections across our community.

This fixed-term maternity leave cover position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience within Te Rūnanga o Waihao, contribute to meaningful kaupapa, and play an important role in supporting whānau and marae activities.

Contribution to travel costs may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your expression of interest to our Acting Board Chair, Karyn Reid - [email protected]

Expressions of Interest Close: Friday 11 September 2026

Te Rūnanga o Waihao reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Come and be part of creating positive experiences for our whānau, supporting our marae, and helping our people stay connected.