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Published: 24 May, 2018
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Published: 12 May, 2018
Picton Library / Waitohi Whare Mātauranga - Invitation
The Picton Library and Service Centre
Waitohi Whare Mātauranga
Tēnā Koe
Please join us to celebrate the official opening of:
Official Opening 10.30 am
Library activities will run throughout the afternoon from 1.00 pm
You are welcome to attend one or both of the ceremonies.
Date: 8 June 2018
2 Dublin Street, Picton / Waitohi, RSVP by Monday 4 June
Picton Library Waitohi Whare Matauranga Invitation to Blessing and Opening - (582 KB Adobe Acrobat PDF file) » Published: 11 May, 2018
Whānau Ora, Christchurch - 13th June.
Tēnā koutou
We are currently finalising plans to commence a 2nd semester NZ Certificate in Whānau Ora in Christchurch, commencing 13th June.
We are still taking enrolments and would apreciate if you would share the attached information with your networks.
The training is free to tauira – we will access HWNZ funding via the DHB for those who qualify, and for those who dont, we have TEC efts funding to cover fees.
The programme is delivered by skilled tutors with more than 10 years experience in tertiary training in the hauora sector, supported by guest speakers who are highly respected in their area of expertise. This is a great opportunity to hear from these experts in a small group setting, while gaining a Level 4 nationally recognised qualification.
Contact our team to register your interest. admin.pte@tipuora.org.nz
Ngā mihi nui
Published: 11 May, 2018
Oranga Tamariki for a new Care and Protection Coordinator
Tena koutou
I would like to advise you of an opportunity at Oranga Tamariki for a new Care and Protection Coordinator. This 12 month, fixed term role is currently being advertised.
The Ministry for Children, Oranga Tamariki supports our at most risk children and young people in New Zealand. We put tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of everything we do and focus on improving the wellbeing and positive long-term outcomes of children and young people. The voices of children and young people underpin the design and operation of our services. We have a commitment to improving outcomes for mokopuna Maori.
It would be very much appreciated if you could forward the information on this position vacancy out to your Iwi / Marae members, and whanau contacts (via email, panui, facebook or by whatever means you find most effective).
Interested applicants can apply through the apply button in the link below, and upload their CV and cover letter to our applicant tracking system. Please note all applications must be made online.
Link: https://jobs.msd.govt.nz/job/Marlborough-Coordinator-Care-&-Protection/476610000/
If you have any questions about the role please contact kaye.macdonald@ot.govt.nz
Applications close: 23rd May 2018.
Position Description
http://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/mvcot/care-and-protection-coordinator.docx
Published: 7 May, 2018
Operations Manager, Takaka, Operations Group, MIEA | Takaka
The Operations Manager will provide strong leadership to the Takaka Operations team of 20 permanent staff members and to a number of non-permanent staff members.
It's hard to imagine a more interesting job than leading the Department of Conservation's Operations in the Takaka District. DOC Takaka is charged with managing one of the most bio‑diverse areas northwest of Nelson and encompasses a large variety of amazing public conservation land.
The Operations Manager's focus is to lead the high performing Takaka team to deliver high quality conservation outcomes. The work of the team includes pest control and biodiversity programmes, the maintenance of popular camping grounds and public walking tracks, closely working alongside our Treaty Partners and community groups, and ensuring we perform to statutory requirements.
As well as strong practical conservation management skills, this role requires a great people leader. We need someone who is skilled at inspiring, motivating and directing teams and who can shape a culture which values team work, continuous improvement, partnerships with iwi and working with the Takaka community.
The ability to build strong collaborative relationships internally and externally is vital to the job, to achieve goals and build on conservation efforts in the District. In many areas, iwi and community groups are leading conservation work. These relationships need to be fostered and supported by the Operations Manager.
The Operations Manager also provides specialist knowledge and support on local conservation activities to the Director, Operations Northern South Island region, and DOC nationally.
Health and Safety of staff and visitors to conservation sites is of utmost importance to DOC, and this role is charged with creating a strong safety-first environment, ensuring there is a positive safety culture, team well being, and consistent safety practice across all work sites.
Please apply online. Applications must include a cover letter, CV and evidence of the required capabilities as per the role description.
For any queries, please contact or Roy Grose, rgrose@doc.govt.nz or Helen Price, hprice@doc.govt.nz telephone (027 408 3437), quoting vacancy 400/5600.
Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 21 May 2018.
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