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    Ngāti Hine Health Trust

    Healthcare

    Kairaranga (Navigator) – Kahu Taurima

    Whangarei, New ZealandOn-SiteFull-timePosted 3w ago
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    Job description

    Kairaranga (Navigator) – Kahu Taurima

    Location: Whangarei x2 roles and Kawakawa x1 role
    Salary: Competitive, based on experience

    Guide Whānau to Wellbeing: Join Ngāti Hine Health Trust as a Kairaranga (Navigator)

    Are you passionate about empowering whānau to achieve their aspirations? Do you have the skills and compassion to support whānau through their journeys of hauora (wellbeing) and self-determination? Join Ngāti Hine Health Trust as a Kairaranga (Navigator) in the Kahu Taurima team and play a vital role in strengthening whānau across Te Tai Tokerau.

    About Us

    Ngāti Hine Health Trust has been a trusted leader in kaupapa Māori-based health and social services for more than 30 years. Rooted in tikanga Māori and guided by Whānau Ora principles, our work uplifts the wellbeing of whānau, hapū, and hāpori, creating stronger communities across Northland.

    About the Role

    As a Kairaranga (Navigator), you will support whānau to take control of their own wellbeing and achieve their goals. Through culturally responsive practices, you’ll provide guidance, advocacy, and connection to services that enable whānau to lead safe, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Build trusting, productive relationships with whānau and stakeholders.
    • Facilitate whānau-led planning, enabling them to determine their own pathways to hauora.
    • Provide advice, advocacy, and connection to local and regional support networks.
    • Promote and model Whānau Ora principles in all aspects of mahi.
    • Use your knowledge of Te Reo me ōna Tikanga to provide culturally competent, compassionate care.
    • Track and document whānau progress to ensure outcomes align with their aspirations.

    What You Bring

    • Cultural Connection: Knowledge of Te Reo me ōna Tikanga or a strong commitment to learning.
    • Professional Background: Experience in social work, navigating high-complexity needs, or related fields.
    • Empathy and Resilience: Ability to support whānau through challenging situations with compassion and adaptability.
    • Community Networks: Established connections within local hapū and iwi are advantageous.
    • Communication Skills: Proficient in verbal, written, and digital literacy.
    • Driver’s License: Full, clean license essential for local travel.

    Why Join Ngāti Hine Health Trust?

    • Empowering Work: Support whānau to create pathways to their own success and wellbeing.
    • Cultural Alignment: Work in an environment that values kaupapa Māori principles and whānau-centered care.
    • Professional Growth: Gain training and development opportunities in Whānau Ora practices.

    How to Apply

    If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact as a Kairaranga, we’d love to hear from you!

    Submit your CV and cover letter by 29 September 2026.

    Please note: You must be a New Zealand citizen or hold a valid visa to apply. Ngāti Hine Health Trust is unable to sponsor overseas applications.

    Ngāti Hine Health Trust

    Empowering whānau, hapū, and hāpori through exceptional care.

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    About the company

    Ngāti Hine Health Trust

    A Māori health and social services provider delivering primary healthcare, mental health, and community wellbeing services to the Ngāti Hine iwi and wider Northland communities in New Zealand.

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