Pouāwhina

Governance Secretary/Administrator I Permanent, Full time

He aha te tūnga? I About the role? 

This pivotal role supports the heart of our governance team, in particular our poari (board) and kōmiti (committees), ensuring everything is coordinated, accurate, and deeply aligned with our Kaupapa; Te Poutokomanawa o Te Puna Ora. For this mahi, you will report to our Pouwhakamahuki Matua and collaborate closely with our leadership team, ensuring seamless operations, provide high-quality secretarial support, and uphold the highest standards of governance administration.  

Are you an organisational powerhouse with a passion for Kaupapa Māori? Do you thrive behind the scenes, keeping everything running smoothly for leadership, governance, and strategic decision-making? If this sounds like you, then karanga mai! We want to hear from you! 

Ngā pūkenga me whai I Your skills and experience 

To be able to hit the ground running, we would hope that you would bring the following skills: 

• Proven experience in high-level administration or secretarial roles (governance experience is a bonus!) 
• Outstanding communication skills and confident in or committed to embracing Te Reo Māori 
• A sharp eye for detail, including proofreading and formatting documents 
• Proficiency in minute taking 
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and stay calm under pressure 
• Discretion, professionalism, and a natural ability to build strong relationships across all levels 
• Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office, Teams, Google Drive, and other document management systems. 

We are a supportive Kaupapa Māori organisation, committed to developing our kaimahi. As well as offering an attractive professional development budget and pathways for career development, we have several opportunities to whakapiki wairua, including Kura Reo, flexibility, and instant access to leave. 

Tukua mai tō tono inaianei I Apply Now

If you’re looking to take your governance and administration career to the next level and want to be part of an impactful Kaupapa, then head over to our website and fill in an Application for Employment form by 5pm Friday, 16 January 2026. 

For a confidential discussion, contact Pamai Simpson, HR Manager on 021 032 6103 or Pamai.simpson@tpoom.co.nz.