Te Taumutu Rūnanga are calling for applications for the positions of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Representative and Alternate. Applications open on Monday 12 August 2013 and close at noon on Monday 26 August 2013. This deadline is strict.

Both governance positions are at the highest level of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and accordingly applicants must possess appropriate skills and experience to successfully perform the role to the standard expected. For further information of the key skills required, duties and expectations for each position please contact Rose Nutira at the Taumutu Office for a copy of the position description for each role. Email: [email protected] or phone (03) 371 2660.

All applications should:

  • Be completed on the application form provided;
  • Include a current curriculum vitae;
  • Include a cover letter outlining the key skills that you would bring to the role, which are expected to align with the key tasks detailed in the position descriptions;

All applications must be received at the Taumutu Office no later than noon on Monday 26 August 2013.

  • Address for physical delivery is: 50 Corsair Drive, Wigram, Christchurch.
  • Postal address is: PO Box PO Box 3214, Christchurch 8140. Please ensure your application is mailed with sufficient time to meet the noon deadline. Applications received after this time will be void.

The Taumutu Appointment Committee intend to conduct interviews during the week starting Monday 2 September 2013 and advise Te Taumutu Rūnanga and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu of the successful applicant on Sunday 8 September 2013. Both positions will commence immediately at that time.

Clarification: The last edition of TPR announced that written forms and requirements are to be received at the Taumutu General meeting on Sunday 11 August 2013. We wish to clarify this statement. Applications for suitable candidates will be requested at the August general meeting, and approval of all necessary forms and requirements will be sought. The application process stated above strictly applies.