
Careers

Working at Te Pā
Te Pā is a Kaupapa Māori organisation that responds to community needs and vulnerable whānau. Te Pā ecology of care has key focus areas that include reintegration, whānau resilience/manawaroa, mental health/hauora hinengaro, emotional health/hauora kare ā-roto, addictions/ngā piringa wara and whānau whai ora responses.
Do you have a passion and drive that go beyond a tick box response and can support Te Pā to achieve its mission “To whakakaha the cultural, social, economic and political imperatives of whānau”?
Te Pā is committed to going the extra mile and working with our tangata and whānau to curb intergenerational incarceration and cultivate a safer community for all.
Our staff work within Te Pā philosophy, principles, practice, knowledge, and structures – based on Kaupapa Māori – through which we express our values of manaakitanga, whakapapa, wairuatanga, rangatiratanga, whanaungatanga and arohatanga.
Current Vacancies
HR Coordinator (Generalist)
About the Role
We’re seeking someone who brings humility, curiosity, and a genuine desire to continually grow. You’ll be comfortable embracing new ways of working, including technology and AI tools that help us work smarter and create more time for what matters most, our people. You’ll have the confidence to take ownership of your responsibilities, while also knowing the value of seeking guidance, following established processes, and working collaboratively with others. Above all, you’ll be someone who approaches your mahi with integrity, care, and a commitment to serving the kaupapa, understanding that great support comes from listening, learning, and contributing thoughtfully as part of a collective.
Essential Attributes
- Culturally responsive, with a deep understanding or commitment to Tikanga Māori and experience working with diverse communities.
- Experienced in coordinating HR administration across the employee life-cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employment documentation, learning & development, and employee communications.
- Experience maintaining HR information systems, employee records, and confidential documentation with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in an HR Administration, HR Coordination, People & Culture, or similar role.
- Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ethical integrity, and a commitment to inclusive, confidential HR practice.
- Tech-savvy and self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively.
Desirable
- Fluency in Te Reo Māori.
- Fluency in a Pasifika language and cultural competency.
- Full NZ driver licence (but not required).
What We Offer
- A values-based organisation with a meaningful purpose.
- Opportunities for professional growth and cultural development.
- A supportive, inclusive team culture.
- Competitive salary in the not for profit sector and flexible working options.
If you’re looking for a role where your mahi contributes to something bigger than day-to-day tasks, and where people and culture are central to organisational success, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience and values align with this role. If you would like further information about this role, please email your request to aafreenk@tepaa.nz. If you require any accommodations’ during the application or interview process, please let us know. We are committed to providing an inclusive experience for all candidates.
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Applications close 5pm Friday, 23 October 2026 or earlier if a successful candidate is identified.
Accounts Receivable Administrator- Fixed Term
About the role
We are looking for a Finance Administrator to join our Finance team on a fixed-term basis from November 2026 through to November 2027. Reporting to the Senior Accountant, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of Te Pā. You will be responsible for accounts receivable processing, property set-up within our property management system, licence fee management, tenant reconciliations, and supporting the Senior Accountant and CFO with month-end activities and analysis. You will also provide Accounts Payable cover when required.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with detail, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to contribute their finance administration skills within a kaupapa-driven organisation.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing customer and tenant invoicing, payments, arrears and follow-ups.
- Maintaining accurate property, tenant and financial information across relevant systems.
- Completing bank, revenue, licence fee and general ledger reconciliations.
- Supporting month-end processes, journals, reporting and analysis.
- Providing Accounts Payable cover and assisting with Fleet and IT administration as required.
- Maintaining accurate financial records in line with Te Pā policies and procedures.
We’re looking for someone who is organised, accurate, proactive and comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Ideally, you will bring:
- A certificate or diploma in accounting and at least one year of relevant experience.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills; experience with Xero and property management systems would be advantageous.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach.
- An understanding of and commitment to Tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the ability to work respectfully with diverse communities.
Fluency in te reo Māori or a Pasifika language would be an advantage.
Fixed-term period
This is a full-time, fixed-term position commencing November 2026 and concluding on November 2027 to provide parental leave cover.
Location: Royal Oak, Auckland
Reporting to: Senior Accountant
If this sounds like you and you would like to contribute your skills to the kaupapa of Te Pā.
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Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what interests you about joining Te Pā.
Kaiwhakahaere / Senior Manager – Te Korowai Ātawhai
About the role
An opportunity to build something that can change the life course trajectory for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau caught up in intergenerational pipelines of disadvantage.
As a Kaiwhakahere/Senior Manager, you will lead the establishment and implementation of a new service, taking it from concept through to delivery. Working within the kaupapa and strategic direction of Te Pā, you will help shape the programme offering, build the foundations for successful delivery, and recruit and lead a brand-new team.
Why this role
There are leadership roles where you inherit what already exists. This is an opportunity to create what comes next.
You will have the chance to influence the design of a new service, build your team, establish the culture and create the foundations from which meaningful outcomes for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau can grow.
About you
Our practice is grounded in kaupapa Māori and our values of Manaakitanga, Whakapapa, Wairuatanga, Rangatiratanga, Whanaungatanga and Arohatanga.
We are looking for someone who connects strongly with the kaupapa and wants their leadership and experience to contribute to lasting change, a values-led leader who is comfortable building, leading and doing. You will bring:
- Strong leadership and operational management experience within social services or a related sector e.g Whānau Ora, Oranga Tamariki.
- Experience establishing a new service or programme or leading through significant growth or change.
- Proven experience recruiting, developing and leading teams.
- Strong stakeholder and relationship management capability.
- Experience overseeing contracts, budgets, performance and risk.
- Experience working within a Kaupapa Māori organisation and a commitment to culturally responsive practice.
- Experience working with justice-impacted communities
- Proficiency in Te reo Māori would be advantageous.
If you are an experienced leader who wants your next role to have purpose, challenge and the opportunity to build something meaningful, we would love to hear from you.
Location: This position will be based in Royal Oak
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Applications close: 13th November 2026
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To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your interest in the role and the experience you would bring to Te Pā. If you require any accommodations’ during the application or interview process, please let us know. We are committed to providing an inclusive experience for all candidates.
Get in touch
We do not have any current vacancies. Use the contact form below to get in touch.