General Manager People & Culture - Wellington

Ko wai te Pakihi nei | About the Organisation:
He Herenga Kura is a Te Tiriti-dynamic, kaupapa Māori organisation with over 50 years of experience walking alongside whānau to build capability and connection. They deliver whānau ora solutions with aroha, equity, and cultural integrity.

Ko te āhua o te tūranga | About the Role
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team you’ll report to the CEO and contribute to whole-of-organisation strategy and leadership.

Managing a team of seven, you’ll design and deliver people-focused strategies grounded in organisational values and kaupapa Māori. You’ll ensure the organisation is high-performing, inclusive, and culturally safe.


Key responsibility include:

• Leading HR, Health & Safety, and workforce strategies that align with organisational priorities

• Embedding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and kaupapa Māori into policies, systems, and workplace culture

• Building and maintaining a values-led, inclusive, and high-trust organisational environment

• Overseeing legal compliance, health and safety standards, and risk management

• Supporting organisational change, leading corporate services, and fostering staff development

• Promoting a positive workplace culture that supports staff wellbeing and whānau-centred outcomes

Ko wai koe | About You
You’re an experienced HR leader with a strong values base and a deep commitment to kaupapa Māori, Te Tiriti, and social justice. You know how to lead change, navigate complexity, and build trusted, empowered teams.


Ideally, you will bring:

• 10+ years’ experience in HR, including 5+ years in senior roles

• Deep knowledge of HR, health & safety, employment law, compliance, and organisational change

• Proven ability to manage people risk and build strong internal relationships

• Understanding of the cultural and political dynamics within the social services sector

• Knowledge of WAI 2750 and kaupapa related to Māori and iwi housing

• A relevant tertiary qualification in HR or related field

• Confidence with te reo Māori and tikanga, or a strong desire to grow in this space

This is more than an HR role. It’s an opportunity to lead meaningful change and uplift people and culture in a way that strengthens whānau, honours Te Tiriti, and drives positive impact.

Applications close Thursday 7 August 2025


Me tono mai inaīanei | Apply Now!

To find out more, please get in touch with Orissa Plimmer on 0272851461 or Russell Spratt on 0294463770 for a confidential kōrero.