Director Maori Strategy and Relationships Information and Knowledge Services The Director Maori Strategy and Relationships supports the Deputy Chief Executive to deliver Information and Knowledge Services (IKS) accountabilities and obligations to external Maori groups. The Director leads DIA s input into Treaty negotiations, agreements and ensures successful implementation of negotiations. This involves establishing and maintaining the highest cultural and professional relationship with external iwi networks, kaitiaki partners and external stakeholders engaged in the Treaty settlements process. The role maintains an overview of departmental engagement with iwi in the implementation of Treaty settlements. The Director also leads the implementation of Te Aka Taiwhenua (our Maori Strategic Framework) across IKS, and monitors its ongoing performance. Reporting to: Deputy Chief Executive, Information and Knowledge Services Location: Wellington Salary range: Delivery K, $114,518 to $154,935 What we do matters our purpose Our purpose is to serve and connect people, communities and government to build a safe, prosperous and respected nation. In other words, it s all about helping to make New Zealand better for New Zealanders. How we do things around here our principles We make it easy, we make it work Customer centred Make things even better We re stronger together Work as a team Value each other We take pride in what we do Make a positive difference Strive for excellence Working effectively with Māori Te Aka Taiwhenua our Māori Strategic Framework enables us to work effectively with Māori. We accept our privileged role and responsibility of holding and protecting the Treaty of Waitangi / Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Strategic Leadership and Business Improvement Provide strategic, professional and thought leadership in relation to Te Aka Taiwhenua (our Maori Strategic Framework) both within IKS and to the Department, as a member of the Maori Advisory Group As a member of the IKS leadership team, support the DCE IKS and the IKS branch by contributing a Maori world view to organisational leadership discussions, in particular as they relate to effective implementation of Te Aka Taiwhenua. Ensure that IKS can deliver on Te Aka Taiwhenua in a way that meets statutory obligations and partnership responsibilities to Māori. Provide strategic advice on IKS s delivery against Te Aka Taiwhenua. Provide advice and support on IKS and Treaty matters to: Ministers, CE, ELT members, governance bodies and staff across the department regarding their cultural engagements and interactions with Māori organisations, whānau, hāpu and iwi. Business groups across the department regarding the cultural aspects of their service delivery and engagement with Māori stakeholders. Work collaboratively with the Director Pou Arahi and other Māori related roles to ensure a consistent approach to representation, cultural advice and the implementation of Te Aka Taiwhenua Lead, support and assist, as appropriate, on special projects relating to kaupapa Māori. Ensure that new initiatives meet project management requirements and are reflected in the planning and work allocation processes. Lead and/or participate in branch-wide and departmental strategic projects, programmes and governance bodies The Department is clearly guided and advised on Te Aka Taiwhenua The DCE IKS and SLT are well supported in the implementation and monitoring of Te Aka Taiwhenua in IKS There is a consistent approach to representation and cultural advice across the Department Evidence of effective collaboration and communication with the Director Pou Arahi IKS is well represented in departmental governance bodies Strong relationsips / alignment with senior leaders within IKS and across the Department Page 2 of 7
Delivery of Commitments Lead the negotiation of accords, letters of commitment and other agreements with iwi on behalf of the department. Monitor and report to ELT and IKS SLT on implementation of such agreements as well as compliance with Treaty obligations. Monitor and report to IKS SLT on implementation of IKS engagement with iwi against Te Aka Taiwhenua. Work with other deparmental Maori related roles to empower and support senior managers to be effective in their working effectively with Maori and to support their staff to do the same. Negotiation of agreements are well managed, implemented and evaluated ELT and SLT are informed of agreements and their evaluations Senior managers fell well supported and are able to work effectively with Maori Cultural advice and expertise / building capability Lead and facilitate cultural events within National Library and Archives New Zealand and increase the capability of staff to participate and lead these events. Partner with Pou Arahi to build the capability and capacity of the IKS branch and to ensure that it is aligned with the DIA organisational context. Work alongside other departmental Māori related roles to provide advice and cultural support across IKS on all aspects of work including access to taonga, cultural events, projects and protocols. Collaborate with and support the work of other Maori related roles to encourage and motivate staff to build their understanding of tikanga Maori and be able to apply it appropriately. Provide support to staff groups within IKS People leaders and business groups across IKS are well aware of their own responsibilities internally to Māori staff and externally to Māori stakeholders. IKS staff are supported to build their understanding of tikanga Māori and apply it appropriately. Programmes and interventions have clearly understood cultural objectives. Business groups are supported to engage appropriately with Māori staff and in the organisation of Māori cultural events and activities. Page 3 of 7
Relationship Management Build and maintain effective relationships with DCE IKS, IKS managers, CE and other DCEs. Build and maintain effective relationships with iwi and kaitiaki partners and key stakeholders engaged in Treaty settlement processes. Provide support to the DCE IKS and to IKS managers to enable trusted relationships exist with iwi and kaitiaki partners so that agreements with iwi operate effectively. Ensure that staff at all levels of IKS build and maintain effective partnerships with iwi, kaitiaki partners, government agencies, and sector stakeholders. Work with senior leaders within IKS to ensure the Department has constructive and collaborative relationships with Te Komiti Maori and Te Pae Whakawarau Collaborate with and support the work of other Maori related roles within the department to ensure the Department s responsibilities to Maori under legislation, the Treaty of Waitangi and Te Aka Taiwhenua are being met. Work collaboratively with Pou Arahi to determine primary responsibility for external relationships based on Departmental priorities Maintain a general overview of the work of the Māori functions within the department. Representation Work alongside other departmental Māori related roles to ensure that the representation process is consistent across the department. Ensure that IKS has support and is represented o at local, regional and national hui involving whānau, hapū and iwi Māori o at meetings with Ministers, key stakeholders and regional and national forums and networks o on behalf of the Minister, department or business group as required at events including cabinet committee and select committee meetings. Te Komiti Maori and Te Pae Whakawarau and other stakeholders are well supported and advised. The Department has collaborative and constructive relationships with Te Komiti Maori and Te Pae Whakawarau IKS is well represented and takes a leadership role in cross sector collaboration. The integrity and credibility of the relationship is enhanced. A consistent approach is taken by all Māori related roles within DIA The interests of DIA are protected and advanced. Information is shared both internally and externally. Page 4 of 7
Advise Collaborate with Influence Inform Manage/ lead Deliver to The Department of Internal Affairs Working Effectively with Māori Champion the department s strategic statement - We accept the privileged role and responsibility of holding and protecting the Treaty. In our role as a Crown agency and Treaty partner we work effectively with Māori. Work collaboratively to deliver priorities of Te Aka Taiwhenua including policies and initiatives that support the Department s commitment to its success such that the department is recognised as a leader in the public service for working effectively with Maori. Work with Te Komiti Māori (National Library Māori consultative group) and Te Pae Whakawairua (Archives New Zealand s Māori consultative group) to assist them to deliver independent advice and experience to their respective business units. Health and safety (for self) Work safely and take responsibility for keeping self and colleagues free from harm Report all incidents and hazards promptly Know what to do in the event of an emergency Cooperate in implementing return to work plans Health and safety (for team) Inform, train and equip staff to carry out their work safely Ensure prompt and accurate reporting and investigation of all workplace incidents and injuries Assess all hazards promptly and ensure they are managed DIA and, in particular IKS, is recognised as a leader in the public service for working effectively with Māori. A safe and healthy workplace for all people using our sites as a place of work. All requirements of DIA s Health and Safety policy and procedures are met. Who you will work with to get the job done Internal Deputy Chief Executive IKS, SLT and management within IKS Te Roopu Maori Maori caucus Te Komiti Maori and Te Pae Whakawairua Director Pou Arahi Maori Advisory Group DIA staff External Te Atamira Taiwhenua Page 5 of 7
Advise Collaborate with Influence Inform Manage/ lead Deliver to The Department of Internal Affairs Who you will work with to get the job done Maori partners including whanau, hapu and iwi Maori Community organisations Government departments or agencies Ministers Your delegations as a manager Human Resources and financial delegations Direct reports Z N/A Your success profile for this role At DIA, we have a Capability Framework to help guide our people towards the behaviours and skills needed to be successful. The core success profile for this role is Senior Leader. Keys to Success: Adaptive leadership Driving innovation and transformation Strategic agility Political savvy Empowering people for success Inspiring others through vision and purpose What you will bring specifically Experience: Significant experience working with Maori organisations, whanau, hapu and iwi development Significant experience in contributing to development of strategic operational planning and priority setting in a public sector context. Demonstrated leadership in delivery of organisational outcomes. Previous track record of successful strategic leadership and management. Experience in a business/senior management role. Knowledge: Good understanding of iwi and tribal politics. A well developed understanding and indepth knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles. Knowledge of current developments in the Treaty debate and understanding of the Crown s obligations to the Treaty. Knowledge and understanding of departmental interfaces and servicing requirements and processes for Ministers. Skills: Able to articulate a Māori world view and apply it to the work of IKS. Page 6 of 7
Your success profile for this role What you will bring specifically Advanced Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori, both in practice and application. Well developed culturally appropriate skills in oral presentation and facilitation with ability to represent the business group with internal and external stakeholders. Advanced relationship management skills including managing complex interactions and relationships involving significant community, departmental or Ministerial issues or problem resolution. High level of writing skills including ability to tailor cultural material to meet the needs of ministers, funding bodies, and departmental requirements. Other requirements: Tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience. BA/MA in Māori Studies, History or equivalent discipline desirable. Experience in information/library studies and/or information management an advantage. Well established whānau, hapū, iwi and Māori organisation networks. Page 7 of 7