Are you passionate about education, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the unique history of Aotearoa, and te ao Māori?  The Waitangi Treaty Grounds invites applications for a dynamic Educator to join our Learning Team. This is a special opportunity to help shape the way our nation's founding story is shared with ākonga (students), adult learners, and visitors from across Aotearoa and beyond.

About the Role:

As an Educator, you will plan, coordinate, and deliver engaging education programmes that align with the New Zealand Curriculum | Te Marautanga o Aotearoa, Te Aho Matua, Te Whariki and reflect the spirit of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. You’ll contribute to LEOTC-funded initiatives, support public programmes for ākonga (students), and engage adult learners through innovative and relevant educational experiences that foster deeper understanding and connection. You will work collaboratively across teams to uphold our values and mission.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver ELC education programmes grounded in the NZ Curriculum | Te Marautanga, Te Aho Matua and Te Whariki.

• Develop and deliver learning opportunities for adult learners, including public programmes, workshops, and community engagement.

• Create both online and in-person educational resources.

• Facilitate public education programmes for children and adults.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, adult education providers, and learning networks.

• Contribute to developing innovative educational experiences that reflect national and international interests.

• Support guiding and curatorial teams as needed.

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You will bring:  Our ideal candidate will have:

• NZ  Teacher registration with 5+ years of experience in education, and/or working adult learners.

• A deep respect for and understanding of te reo Māori and tikanga.

• Experience designing inclusive and engaging learning experiences across diverse age groups.

• Strong communication, facilitation, and organisational skills.

• A passion for bringing history to life in ways that are relevant, inclusive, and inspiring.

• A collaborative spirit aligned with our values: Manaakitanga, Tika, Whakarite, Whakarereke, Rangatiratanga, Kaitiakitanga, and Whakamanawa.

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Desirable:

• Fluency in Te Reo Māori

• Digital skills and learning delivery experience

• Experience in heritage and cultural sector

• Familiarity with bicultural and adult education frameworks.

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Join us in illustrating the ongoing promise of Waitangi to the world.

Apply now and be part of a passionate team dedicated to honouring the past, inspiring the present, and shaping the future.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter to therese.walkinshaw@waitangi.org.nz by 4 June 2025.

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We are looking for a skilled accountant to join the finance team and assist the finance function by providing effective and efficient support in the aggregation and collation of quantitative data for management analysis: assisting the Chief Financial Officer with monthly and quarterly management reporting and cashflow analysis; as well as preparing end of month accounts and assistance in annual financial statements, and audit.

In this 24 hours per week permanent role you will cover a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

Financial Administration & Support

• Assist with preparing end of month management accounts, including investigation and resolution of anomolies.
• Preparation of GST returns for review and reconciliation to general ledger
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts at each month end
• Reconciling of inter entity balances
• Meeting with and informing departmental managers of progress against budget and any variances
• Other ad hoc duties required from CFO

Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

• Generating, processing, & dispatch of customer invoices
• Invoicing and liaising with customers, trade agents, sales and hospitality to resolve any queries & ensure prompt payment is made
• Reconcile daily sales from across the organisation to cash, Eftpos, and credit card transaction to bank statements

Inventory

• Monthly reconciliation of café and events inventory to general ledger
• Monitoring against benchmark percentages for cost of sales
• Training of retail and hospitality staff in best practice stock take procedures

Payroll

• Preparing and processing the weekly payroll
• Verifying master file data in order to maintain and update payroll information
• Compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and non-taxable wages and reporting on this
• Completing all IRD filings in relation to payroll and ensuring compliance with legal obligations
• Preparing payroll journals

Systems

• Review documentation of processes for POS & payroll systems, including recommendations for implementation around integration
• Champion for POS systems, including training of staff.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• 4yrs+ senior level experience and working knowledge of general accounting functions and accounts receivable
• CA Qualification or equivalent
• Payroll experience including NZ employment law
• Strong organisational skills, including the ability to plan, set clear objectives and meet deadlines.
• Experience in Xero or a similar accounting package
• Qualification as an accounting technician or part qualified accountant preferred
• Experience in the tourism or culture and heritage sectors is desirable.
• A positive and solutions-focused mindset

Why you’ll love working here | Nau mai ki Waitangi

Waitangi Treaty Grounds are an iconic location and an amazing place to work. As a people-focused organisation, we offer a supportive workspace for employees to thrive and develop in the beautiful Bay of Islands.

In this role, you have the opportunity to work from home for 1 day a week and to learn te reo māori during work hours, amongst many other benefits.

If you are on your Chartered Accountancy journey we can support and mentor you towards this qualification.

What’s next | Te ara ki tua

If all this sounds good and you think you might like to join the team, we would love to hear from you!

Interested applicants, please upload your Cover Letter and CV addressed to Anita Woodfield by 14 May 2025

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This is a permanent full-time role that ensures the seamless delivery of world-class experiences by leading the events team and refining processes to uphold the highest standards of manaakitanga. The team proudly hosts small to large conferences, weddings, meetings and other special events across a variety of spaces set in the beautiful Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Find out more about our Events offering here: https://www.waitangi.org.nz/hire/functions-and-events

What you'll be doing | Te whakamahere

You will cover a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

Event & Function Coordination, Administration & Delivery

• Overseeing and ensuring events at Waitangi grow into a successful part of the business, developing a reputation for high quality events and service.
• Ensure all relevant hire equipment, food/beverage and items or services are ordered and delivered on time.
• Detailed runsheets are produced and circulated
• Work proactively with internal teams & external clients to ensure needs are met and events are delivered to a high standard
• Stock & equipment is accounted for and organised
• Assist Events Manager with event & function delivery across our various event spaces
• Assist with pack up/down and event delivery
• Ensure all relevant admin and procedures are kept up to date

Team Performance and Leadership

• Create an environment that fosters and develops continuous improvement and excellence through staff training & development.
• Ensuring effective communication within the team and across the organisation
• Be familiar with all company policies & procedures to support and guide Events team
• Create rosters, review and approve time sheets, and leave requests, in a timely manner.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have 2 years+ industry experience delivery high quality customer service
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A positive 'can do', personable and professional attitude
• Take initiative & solutions focused mind-set
• Work well under pressure & excellent time management
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and public holidays if required.
• LCQ & Duty Managers License (or willing to obtain)

What's next | Te ara ki tua

If all this sounds good and you think you might like to join the team, we would love to hear from you!

Interested applicants, please apply online HERE and include your Cover Letter and CV to Liz Kilbv by 6th April‍

Waitangi National Trust seeks to appoint a Trustee “…as a member of the family of Maihi Kawiti” regarding the Waitangi National Trust Board Act 1932.

The Trust is a non-profit charitable organisation that governs an estate of 504ha, including the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Through a subsidiary company, the Trust manages several land leases and commercial activities to provide income to support the maintenance and development of the estate on behalf of the people of New Zealand.

Applicants should demonstrate skills, experience, and knowledge relating to general governance, Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi, and the objectives of Waitangi National Trust. Commercial acumen is essential, as is experience working with communities (including Māori). Experience in the tourism sector and some knowledge of Te Reo Māori would be an advantage. 

Applicants should post or email a cover letter and CV by 21 May 2025 to: 

or send to Therese Walkinshaw on theresewalkinshaw@waitangi.org.nz,

or post to “Board Appointment – Maihi Kawiti”, Waitangi National Trust, P O Box 48, Paihia 0200

We are seeking hospitality heroes to fill casual front of house and kitchen hand roles to:

• Provide high standard food and beverage service effectively and consistently
• Work a varied role within across our hospitality teams supporting daytime and nighttime offerings
• Supporting the delivery of events such as conferences, weddings and other functions
• Join a hardworking and supportive team

Our ideal candidates will:

• Have some experience working in hospitality (not essential)
• Be personable, positive and have an enthusiastic mindset
• Take pride in providing quality customer service and making connections.
• Be reliable & hard working
• Be available for an immediate start

If you think you've got what we're looking for, we would love to hear from you!
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Please apply HERE by 14th March, upload a CV and a cover letter that includes your availability (hours/days) and when you can start
_{‍Applications will be reviewed daily, if enough suitable candidates are found advert may close early - don't miss out!}

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