• Use your skills to uplift whānau and create meaningful change.
• Join a supportive, kaupapa-driven team working to strengthen Aotearoa
Join Our Whānau!
About Us
Te Rūnanga o Ngā Maata Waka is dedicated to empowering and supporting our whānau through culturally grounded services, advocacy, and community initiatives. Guided by the core values of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, and kaitiakitanga, our mahi aims to uplift and strengthen our people and communities.
We proudly deliver a range of education, social, and community services to meet the needs of our whānau.
As the current guardians of Ngā Hau e Whā National Marae, a marae open to all New Zealand citizens, Te Rūnanga o Ngā Maata Waka upholds its vision as a place of unity and belonging for everyone, All nations, all people.
About the Role
This role is about walking alongside Māori whānau on their cancer journey, from screening through to treatment and recovery. You’ll combine clinical expertise with genuine care and cultural understanding to make a real difference in people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide nursing care and support to ensure Māori are accessing screening and follow-up care at the right time.
• Deliver comprehensive nursing care and support to Māori patients with cancer, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
• Work closely with our multidisciplinary team to create and deliver holistic, patient-centred care plans.
• Build trusting relationships with patients, their families, and whānau, ensuring care is culturally safe and aligned with kaupapa Māori values.
• Take part in quality improvement activities aimed at improving outcomes and enhancing the patient and whānau experience.
What You’ll Bring
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
• Minimum RN3 or above
• Experience working with Māori patients and families desirable
• Experience in community nursing or oncology an advantage, but not essential
• Strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in healthcare
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, whanau, and healthcare teams
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care
What We Offer
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a real difference in our communities
• A commitment to your wellbeing at work
• Competitive Salary
• We support staff to strengthen their understanding of Te Ao Māori through guidance in tikanga and opportunities to learn.
If you are a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse with a passion for delivering culturally sensitive care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.
Please note this role is part time 22 hours per week.
How to Apply
Along with your application, please ensure to submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications close 7th November 2025.
Please be advised that we will be actively reviewing applications and interviewing suitable candidates as they are received.
For more information about this role, please contact Josie Tait-Jamieson – josie@maatawaka.org.nz
For more information about Te Rūnanga o Ngā Maata Waka, please visit our website Home – Te Rūnanga o Ngā Maata Waka Incorporated
