About Te Rau Ora

Te Rau Ora is a national centre dedicated to Māori Health and Wellbeing in Aotearoa. Our vision is a future where whānau thrive, are self-determined, and well. We're driven by the goal of building a Māori workforce that leads the design and delivery of health services across Aotearoa, improving outcomes for Māori. With a foundation in tikanga Māori and guided by Mātauranga Māori, Te Rau Ora has a presence nationwide, with offices in Kirikiriroa (Hamilton), Pōneke (Wellington), and Ōtepoti (Dunedin).

About Education and Training Group

Our Education and Training Group is a newly formed team focused on creating and delivering workforce and tertiary education programs centered around health and well-being. This rōpū includes Te Whare Whakangungu, Te Rau Matatau, Rangatahi Ora, and the Centre for Māori Suicide Prevention.

The Opportunity
We’re looking for a dedicated Rangatahi Ora Ambassdor to join us on a fixed-term basis. In this role, you’ll be supporting the Rangatahi Ora Kaupapa by developing initiatives and building awareness among young Māori leaders. This position is essential for driving the project forward, ensuring that our team meets its objectives and has a lasting impact on rangatahi Māori across Aotearoa.

Your Role:

• Champion and support rangatahi to develop their leadership skills and make meaningful contributions.
• Work closely with the Rangatahi Ora team and other rōpū to achieve our shared goals.
• Create spaces for rangatahi to lead, share ideas, and connect with other young Māori.

Click here to view position description - Rangatahi Ambassador

Hours: Fixed-term, part-time (30 hours per week).

Location: Based in Kirikiriroa, or remote-based options available

Find out more about the Rangatahi Ora team here.

How to Apply!
We’d love to hear from you if you’re passionate about empowering rangatahi! Submit your application by clicking the “Interested? Apply Here” button below. We’ll be reviewing applications as we receive them, so be sure to apply early, as interviews may be held before the closing date.

Applications for this role closes on Friday, 29 November 2024.

What we offer

• Flexible working hours and arrangements
• A chance to create a positive impact for rangatahi Māori
• An environment grounded in tikanga Māori, where whānau and well-being come first.

For any questions, reach out to Mary Vosarogo at mary.vosarogo@terauora.com.