Kia hiwa rā!The Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Nomination And Appointment Process Is Being Undertaken To Appoint a Ngāi Tahu Representative To: DOC Species Recovery Group - Hoiho (Yellow-eyed penguin), one position DOC Species Recovery Group - Kākāpō, one position DOC Species Recovery Group - Kea, one position DOC Species Recovery Group - Galaxiids Large & Non Migratory, one position Functions Of The Species Recovery Groups To recover the species from the threat of extinction. Implement, monitor, and review the Species Recovery Plan. Purpose of the role The purpose of these roles is to represent the Ngāi Tahu perspective to the Species Recovery Groups - ensuring that any issues of tribal significance are reported to Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu while also ensuring that tribal matters of significance are represented. Required Skills, Experience And Qualifications A keen interest in the conservation of threatened taonga species. Ideally an understanding of relevant tikanga, including bird transfers and liaison with other iwi. An understanding of Ngāi Tahu values in relation to species conservation and an ability to promote and articulate these values. The ability to listen, analyse issues, participate in discussions, and reach consensus decisions. Ideally able to communicate regularly by email. The time and energy for Species Recovery Group meetings which includes an annual 1-3 day meeting, email correspondence and background reading. Willingness to report back and keep the Office of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu informed of issues arising. Willingness to meet with Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu representatives on other Species Recovery Groups to discuss and develop matters of mutual interest. Willingness to liaise with Papatipu Rūnanga. Position Brief attached for more details. Meeting details Normally an annual meeting of 1-3 days sometimes involving a field trip with a remuneration of $500 per day. Travel and accommodation expenses will also be met, either by DOC or Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. How To Apply To apply for the position you will need to engage with your Papatipu Rūnanga to complete the selection and nomination process. Nominations are open to all 18 Papatipu Rūnanga, but where a species is unique to an area or specific areas, a nominee from that area is most appropriate. For details on how to apply, assistance connecting with your Rūnanga and for further information, please contact Mishele Radford on 021 943 816 or mishele.radford@ngaitahu.iwi.nz. Nominations must be received by 5pm on Friday 28 March 2025. Formal notification will be sent to all nominees following a review and appointment process. Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai!
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