He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki
- Posted: 28 Jul 2025
- Location: New Plymouth
- Work Type: Full Time
- Classification: Office & administration
About Us:
He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki (Taranaki Māori Business Network) believes Māori business success creates meaningful opportunities for whānau to thrive. We nurture Māori business pathways toward the horizon – ki Taranaki, ki Aotearoa, ki te Ao.
Our purpose is to maintain strategic oversight of the Taranaki economy, identify opportunities, facilitate connections between Māori businesses and the wider business ecosystem, and champion the excellence of Māori enterprise.
Vision:
To establish a thriving circular Māori economy in Taranaki, creating opportunities for Māori connected to Aotearoa and the world.
Values:
Kia whakawhanaunga – We care for and support each other, creating a safe space for pakihi Māori
Kia tū rangatira – Economic empowerment through business
Kia Māori ai te angitu – We flourish as Māori
Kia Māui ai te mahi – We innovate, spot opportunities, and push boundaries
Role Overview:
The Pou-a-Tari provides high-quality administrative and operational support to He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki. This role is vital to ensuring the smooth daily functioning of the organisation, maintaining strong relationships with members and stakeholders, and supporting communications and event delivery.
You’ll be the first point of contact for pakihi Māori and the wider business community, coordinate member engagement, and help tell the story of Māori business success through digital channels.
Experience managing social media accounts (for a business or personal brand) is ideal—particularly Facebook, Instagram and/or TikTok. Familiarity with other digital marketing tools (e.g. email marketing, Google Ads) is a bonus!
Previous administrative experience—especially in the not-for-profit sector—is desirable but not essential.
Key Responsibilities:
General administration
Member relationship coordination
Customer service
Social media and digital content coordination
Requirements:
Excellent communication and organisation skills
Solution-focused mindset
Ability to thrive in a collaborative office environment
Resilience and flexibility
Passion for digital marketing
Confidence in Te Ao Māori and Te Reo Māori
Full NZ driver’s licence
Tools we use:
Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
Canva, Eventbrite, Xero, Monday.com, Pay Sauce, Microsoft Suite
Location: Ngāmotu House, Taranaki
Benefits:
Be part of a supportive and passionate team working across Taranaki and Aotearoa with Māori-owned businesses. Enjoy a fun-loving workplace culture and competitive remuneration.
Apply:
For more information or to request a copy of the job description, please email [email protected].
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
How many years' experience do you have as an office administrator?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
How many years' experience do you have in digital marketing?
He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki (Taranaki Māori Business Network) believes Māori business success creates meaningful opportunities for whānau to thrive. We nurture Māori business pathways toward the horizon – ki Taranaki, ki Aotearoa, ki te Ao.
Our purpose is to maintain strategic oversight of the Taranaki economy, identify opportunities, facilitate connections between Māori businesses and the wider business ecosystem, and champion the excellence of Māori enterprise.
Vision:
To establish a thriving circular Māori economy in Taranaki, creating opportunities for Māori connected to Aotearoa and the world.
Values:
Kia whakawhanaunga – We care for and support each other, creating a safe space for pakihi Māori
Kia tū rangatira – Economic empowerment through business
Kia Māori ai te angitu – We flourish as Māori
Kia Māui ai te mahi – We innovate, spot opportunities, and push boundaries
Role Overview:
The Pou-a-Tari provides high-quality administrative and operational support to He Toronga Pakihi ki Taranaki. This role is vital to ensuring the smooth daily functioning of the organisation, maintaining strong relationships with members and stakeholders, and supporting communications and event delivery.
You’ll be the first point of contact for pakihi Māori and the wider business community, coordinate member engagement, and help tell the story of Māori business success through digital channels.
Experience managing social media accounts (for a business or personal brand) is ideal—particularly Facebook, Instagram and/or TikTok. Familiarity with other digital marketing tools (e.g. email marketing, Google Ads) is a bonus!
Previous administrative experience—especially in the not-for-profit sector—is desirable but not essential.
Key Responsibilities:
General administration
Member relationship coordination
Customer service
Social media and digital content coordination
Requirements:
Excellent communication and organisation skills
Solution-focused mindset
Ability to thrive in a collaborative office environment
Resilience and flexibility
Passion for digital marketing
Confidence in Te Ao Māori and Te Reo Māori
Full NZ driver’s licence
Tools we use:
Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
Canva, Eventbrite, Xero, Monday.com, Pay Sauce, Microsoft Suite
Location: Ngāmotu House, Taranaki
Benefits:
Be part of a supportive and passionate team working across Taranaki and Aotearoa with Māori-owned businesses. Enjoy a fun-loving workplace culture and competitive remuneration.
Apply:
For more information or to request a copy of the job description, please email [email protected].
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
How many years' experience do you have as an office administrator?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
How many years' experience do you have in digital marketing?