Kairaranga - Wh nau

• Permanent, Part time position available
• Position will be based at our Oamaru Site
• We're offering a competitive salary starting from $90,429-$100,019 depending on experience (pro rata)

Are you passionate about putting our tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything you do and say? Are you strong in Te Ao M ori? Want to work in a value-based role where you can provide direct and meaningful support? Look no further, we are currently seeking a Kairaranga a-Wh nau to join our Oamaru Site.

To be successful in this role, you will need to bring your well-developed relationship building skills to build strong networks with local Iwi, Marae, and community. Another key attribute that you will be sharing is your good communication skills, specifically in Te Reo M ori both verbally and written. Proven negotiation and advocacy skills at a senior level will be advantageous, as well as strong problem solving, and decision-making skills.

Mo te tunga | About the role

For this exciting role, working closely with Oranga Tamariki social Workers and Coordinators, the Kairaranga a-Wh nau will assist in identifying wh nau, hapu and iwi relationships for tamariki and rangatahi. You will also be developing and maintaining relationships with tangata whenua and other key members of cultural groups. You will also be providing support in building cultural capability by working in partnership with the Oamaru Site Manager and Site Leadership team. Another big part of your role will include convening and facilitating hui-a-wh nau, especially prior to Family Group Conferences.

• Support tamariki and rangatahi to be well connected to their wh nau
• Support social workers and co-ordinators to identify wh nau, hapu and iwi relationships for tamariki and wh nau
• Organise and facilitate hui-a-wh nau, especially prior to Family Group Conferences
• Assist tamariki, rangatahi and wh nau to be well prepared to participate in all wh nau decision making processes
• Where appropriate, support wh nau to identify those within the wh nau who may be able to offer care to tamariki and rangatahi
• Support cultural capability building within the site, in partnership with site manager practice leader and supervisors
• Develop and maintain relationships with tangata whenua and key members of other cultural groups

Ng pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring

Key requirements of the role include:

• Support tamariki and rangatahi to be well connected to their wh nau
• Support social workers and co-ordinators to identify wh nau, hapu and iwi relationships for tamariki and wh nau
• Organise and facilitate hui-a-wh nau, especially prior to Family Group Conferences
• Assist tamariki, rangatahi and wh nau to be well prepared to participate in all wh nau decision making processes
• Where appropriate, support wh nau to identify those within the wh nau who may be able to offer care to tamariki and rangatahi
• Support cultural capability building within the site, in partnership with site manager practice leader and supervisors
• Develop and maintain relationships with tangata whenua and key members of other cultural groups

Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address. If you have any questions about role, please contact ***email_hidden***

Applications close: Wednesday 8th July 2026 , however we will be reviewing CVs and inviting candidates to interview so get your application in today! Please note we do reserve the right to close the advert once all roles are filled.

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.