Pouwhakahaere - General Manager (Christchurch)

Location: The Tannery.Woolston, Christchurch (Hybrid / Remote)
Hours: 30-40 hours/week (flexible and negotiable)
Reports to: Te Poari o Te Ara Teatea Trust
Start Date: By negotiation / ASAP
Salary: Competitive salary in the nonprofit/community sector 

About Te Ara Teatea 

Te Ara Teatea is a charitable trust and Rongoā Māori Whare Hauora. We exist to uplift the wellbeing of our people and communities through mātauranga Māori, connection to te taiao, and practices that honour the Wairua, Hinengaro and Tinana. Our Whare Hauora is a sanctuary for transformation, and a growing centre for healing, learning, and collective growth.​

The Whare Hauora has grown organically from the demand from the community for Rongoaa Māori in Ōtautahi. While the foundations have been laid over the last five years we are now seeking a Pouwhakahaere - general manager to join the whanau and guide Te Ara Teatea Whare Hauora to its next expansive phase. ​

Te Ara Teatea is looking for someone who can bring their own passion and experience to grow the kaupapa’s vision as Rongoaa Māori continues to weave within the mainstream health systems. By building strong relationships with ease, holding seamless operational abilities and upholding the mana of the kaupapa and people we serve.

Purpose of the Role 

As General Manager to our tight knit team, you’ll be the relational and operational pou of Te Ara Teatea Whare Hauora. 

This role supports both the practical and relational workings of the whare hauora by supporting kaimahi, holding systems together, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring the kaupapa flows smoothly.​

You will nurture whanaungatanga with current and emerging community partners, reporting and funding opportunities. Align with key strategies and key relationships - basically bridging all aspects of our mahi.

Key Responsibilities (% are approximated)  

Strategy & Leadership (30%)

• Maintain awareness of opportunities/risks relevant to Rongoaa Māori

• Lead strategic planning and oversee implementation

• Research and apply for funding opportunities

• Write proposals and manage funder communications

• Report on outcomes and progress to funders and Te Ara Teatea board 

• Develop and manage budgets, staff contracts, and legal documentation

• Ensure the trust is meeting regulatory and legal requirements outlined 

Team Wellbeing & Coordination (30%)

• Co-ordinate, support and communicate with our board of trustees, our tangata manaaki, our kaiwhakaora, volunteers and contractors

• Support team wellbeing and uphold a culture of care and collaboration

• Support kaiwhakaora growth & development

• Liaise with virtual assistant and maintain effective internal systems and policies

• Facilitate team hui, agendas, and action follow-up

 Operations & Administration (30%)

• Oversee and support daily administration, inboxes and general enquiries

• Support staff rostering and workflow

• Support development and implementation of systems & policies

• Oversee invoices, manage organisational spending and oversee payroll

• Prepare quotes and invoices for projects and community mahi

• Oversee travel, logistics and event delivery

 Communications & Relationships (10%)

• Build new and strengthen existing relationships with public and private health sector partners

• Represent the whare in meetings and engagements with partners and community

• Oversee social media strategy 

• Prepare and distribute quarterly newsletters

• Liaise with website developer to maintain online presence

Who We’re Looking For 

Desirable Experience

• Leadership and/ or acceptance of Wairua led kaimahi

• Experience in hauora Māori, community development or health space

• Funding, grants and contract writing

Essential Skills & Experience

• Deep respect of kaupapa Māori values, kawa and tikanga

• Demonstrated minimum 3 years in a management, operations, or leadership role

• Strong organisational and administrative capabilities

• Confident communicator across written, verbal and digital platforms

• Comfortable using tools like Xero, Google Workspace

• Able to manage multiple priorities with care and clarity

Why Join Us?​

• Be part of a kaupapa that is reclaiming, restoring and reweaving Rongoā Māori into daily life

• Flexible, hybrid work environment (home and whare hauora based)

• Competitive salary in the nonprofit/community sector

• A role that balances wairua, people and process

• Opportunities for growth, connection and deepened purpose

To Apply 

To minimise bias in our hiring process we would like to invite you to complete our online Application Form. This Application will ask a little about your interest and experience for the role before we gather your name/affiliations/CV etc. 

Any pātai please feel free to contact us at kiaora@tearateatea.com 

Applications will close 30 August 2025 and Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Panel interviews for final candidates will likely be conducted in early September. 

Start date is ideally October 2025.