So that the foundations of ancestral lands may be solid, benefitting Māori from our past, present and future alike. This is Te Tumu Paeroa, guardian, support and advancer of the mana of Māori land everywhere.

He angitūtanga: About the Role:

We are seeking both a Trust Coordinator and a Trust Advisor to join our Rotorua‑based team. Together, these roles contribute to the effective stewardship and management of Māori land, supporting a portfolio of trusts and ensuring a consistently high standard of service delivery.

The Trust Coordinator role focuses on the coordination and delivery of trust administration services, providing essential support to trustees and owners and ensuring trust activity is well‑organised, accurate, and responsive.

The Trust Advisor role provides higher‑level advice and guidance to trustees and owners, supporting sound decision‑making and sustainable outcomes across trust portfolios.

Working in close partnership with trustees, owners, and internal specialists, both roles play an important part in delivering high‑quality, enduring outcomes for our owners and their whenua. This is a purpose‑driven opportunity within a values‑led organisation, where professional expertise is applied in service of intergenerational benefit.

These roles require some travel and occasional weekend work.

The main responsibilities across our trust team includes:

• Manage and/or support a portfolio of trusts, maintaining a clear understanding of trust affairs.
• Act as a primary contact for trustees and owners, providing advice and guidance on trust matters.
• Collaborate with team members and specialists to prepare for owner and trustee meetings, hui, and Māori Land Court hearings.
• Create and deliver meeting materials, including invitations, presentations, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare, review, and/or contribute to Māori Land Court applications, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to enquiries from customers and stakeholders promptly and professionally.
• Update core administration systems in line with organisational processes.

He kōrero mōu: What we are looking for:

• Proven experience applying best practice trust management.
• Confidence and ability to deliver services that enhance the reputation of Te Tumu Paerora and the Māori Trustee.
• Experience working with trusts, or with iwi is desirable.
• A genuine care for customers and exceptional customer service skills.
• Resilience, flexibility, and the ability to think on your feet.
• Strong relationship-building skills, both internally and externally, with clear verbal and written communication.
• Experience or an understanding of the rural sector is a plus.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics CRM, SharePoint, and/or M365 is a plus.
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand is essential.
• Flexibility to travel and work occasional weekends.

Ngā Pae Mōhiotanga Reo Māori

• Pae Tahi- Te Whakahua | A desire and ability to practise correct pronunciation of Te Reo Māori (essential)
• Pae Rua- Te Whakarongo | An ability to understand Te Reo Māori, a desire and ability to practice correct pronunciation of Te Reo Māori (desired)

Ngā Pae Mōhiotanga Tikanga Māori

• Pae Tahi- Nō Ia Rā | An understanding and living of Tikanga Māori on a day-to-day level, for example, the removing of shoes before entering a whare, washing hands at the urupa and not sitting on tables (essential)
• Pae Rua- Te Noho Marae | An understanding and living of Tikanga Māori on a noho marae level. Knowing and practising things such as basic karakia, waiata and one’s own pepehā (desired)

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What's in it for you?

You’ll benefit from five weeks’ annual leave and access to ongoing training and development, supporting both your wellbeing and professional growth. We genuinely value work–life balance and provide an environment where people are encouraged to learn, develop, and succeed.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive, close‑knit organisation passionate about supporting Māori landowners to protect and enhance their whenua. The skills, experience, and fresh perspectives you bring will be valued and will play an important role in enabling our shared vision.

Ngā Mātāpono, Ngā Uara Whai o Te Tumu Paeroa

Keeping our values close at hand, top of mind and always in the heart. Kia Mau!

Tōtika Te tika o te tū | Professionalism

Being great at our job is how we make the most difference for whenua and whanau.

Kotahitanga Te raranga i te tira | Unity

We work as one, we trust each other, and value our differences.

Manaakitanga Te akiaki i te mana | Respect

We treat everyone with dignity, fairness and empathy.

Mana Te ihi, te wehi, te wana | Integrity

Integrity is the heart of everything we do. 

He pēhea te tono | How to apply

You can apply via SEEK providing a covering letter and CV.

We encourage early applications, as these will be reviewed as received. Applications close 1st May.