Member of the Family of Pōmare

Trustee Appointment

Member of the Family of Pōmare
Waitangi National Trust Board

The Waitangi National Trust Board invites expressions of interest from members of the Pōmare whānau for appointment as a Trustee, in accordance with the Waitangi National Trust Board Act 1932.

This is a voluntary governance role contributing to the stewardship of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and the kaupapa of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We are seeking candidates who:

• Have a whakapapa connection to Pōmare.
• Demonstrate understanding of tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Can contribute constructively at a governance level.

The appointment is for a three-year term (with the possibility of extension up to 9 years), commencing following the June 2026 Trust Board hui.

The Process:

The Pōmare whānau will run a selection process in conjunction with the Waitangi National Trust.  The Pomare Whanau will;

• Advertise to call for applicants April 2026
• Hold a hui to select an applicant in May 2026
• Recommend their applicant to WNT board

We encourage you to apply through the Pomare whānau process.  You are also welcome to apply directly to the Waitangi National Trust.

To express interest or seek further information contact:

Liz Kilby

People & Governance Coordinator

lizkilby@waitangi.org.nz

Expressions of interest close:  6 May 2026