Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

Ngāti Porou Oranga provides kaupapa Māori health and social services across Te Tairāwhiti with over 280 kaimahi from Gisborne to Te Araroa.

We are seeking 2 x Whāngaia Whakairo (Family Harm) Kaiawhina to support whānau and tamariki impacted by family harm across our rohe.

There are 2 x permanent full-time roles (40 hours per week) based at Te Tini, Gisborne, with mahi across the Ngāti Porou rohe. There could be opportunity to be based on the East Coast, for the right candidate.

You will provide holistic whānau-centred support, complete assessments and safety plans, and co-ordinate interventions to ensure tamariki safety and wellbeing. This role is hands-on and relationship-focused, working alongside whānau, agencies, and community partners to create lasting, positive change and break cycles of violence.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako – What we’re looking for

• Tertiary qualification in the social sector or related field (preferred but not essential)
• Experience supporting whānau and tamariki in social, community, or education settings
• Sound understanding of child development, protection, and safety planning
• Strong communication, engagement, and problem-solving skills
• Confidence working within tikanga Māori environments and engaging with iwi, hapū, and whānau
• Ability to remain calm, empathetic, and solutions-focused under pressure
• Full clean NZ driver licence and ability to travel across the rohe

Te painga o te mahi tahi me mātou – What we offer

• A values-based, supportive workplace grounded in tikanga Māori
• Ongoing professional development, supervision, and learning opportunities
• The chance to directly contribute to reducing family harm and improving whānau wellbeing
• EAP, comprehensive health insurance and 5 weeks annual leave

Me pēhea e tono – How to Apply
Apply through Seek with your CV and Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for this role.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa NZ and will be subject to pre-employment checks (including Police Vetting, Child & Oranga Tamariki checks, ID and medical verification, and drug & alcohol testing). COVID-19 vaccination is required under organisational policy. A 60-day trial period may apply.

Applications close 5pm, Friday 10 October 2025. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and interviews may take place as applications are received.

For a copy of the job description or further enquiries, please email careers@tronp.org.nz

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