Te whiwhinga mahi: The opportunity
We are looking for a passionate and skilled leader to take on the role of Rangatahi Hauora Programme Lead supporting delivery of Taakiri Tu Te Rangatahi across the Waikato.
This programme is designed to support rangatahi Mori Pasifika and care-experienced youth through equitable access to health education and wellbeing opportunities.
This is a fixed term role until 30 June 2026 working 40 hours per week.
In this role you will:
- Lead and facilitate the delivery of Taakiri Tu Te Rangatahi in schools kura and alternative education settings.
- Build strong relationships with iwi partners schools kura health providers and community organisations.
- Ensure safe engaging and culturally responsive activities that enhance the wellbeing of rangatahi.
- Coordinate programme logistics including events resources evaluation and reporting.
- Explore opportunities for sustainable funding and growth of the programme.
He krero mu: About you
Ideally you will have:
- Three to five years experience working alongside rangatahi particularly Mori Pasifika and care-experienced youth.
- A qualification in Health and Wellbeing (minimum Level 4 or equivalent).
- Tertiary qualification in Health Social or Youth Development is preferred.
- Proven leadership experience in working with rangatahi in either health youth development or education.
- Strong facilitation or teaching skills and confidence in both classroom and outdoor settings.
- Understanding of Te Ao Mori and Tikanga Mori (Te Reo is an advantage).
- Knowledge of the health and education sector.
- Excellent relationship management and communication skills.
- Organisational skills to manage programme delivery reporting and resources.
- Full drivers licence (ability to drive a van preferred).
Ng huatanga kei a mtou: What we offer.
- An organisation which strives to uphold the principles of partnership participation and protection underpinned by Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- An environment which encourages a happy healthy and balanced workforce through flexible workplace offerings and additional gifted leave.
- Opportunities for career development and training.
- An opportunity to influence and contribute to the wider work of Pinnacle and a commitment to your health and well-being with an offer of medical insurance EAP services and free flu vaccinations.
Me phea te tuku tono: How to apply
Please reach out to to arrange a krero (chat) before you apply if that is what you need from this process and/or apply below.
Note: We will be screening applications as we receive them to ensure we move swiftly to interview shortly after the advert closes (depending on application numbers this date may change).
You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone. Please let us know in your application if we need to make any specific accommodations during our process.
This role will remain open until we find a suitable candidate.
Required Experience:
Senior IC