Are you passionate about supporting rangatahi Māori to thrive in STEMM?

Pūhoro STEMM Academy is seeking a motivated Te Urunga Tū Kaihautū to join our rapidly growing Taranaki region, launched in July 2025. With high demand and strong school engagement, we will be delivering our secondary school programme to Year 11 and 12 tauira across the region in 2026.

As a Kaihautū, you will sit at the centre of this kaupapa – building strong relationships with rangatahi, whānau, schools, iwi, and industry to create meaningful pathways into tertiary study, internships, and careers in STEMM. You’ll facilitate wānanga, mentor tauira, and empower the next generation of Māori leaders in STEMM.

About Pūhoro STEMM Academy

Pūhoro is a kaupapa Māori organisation dedicated to accelerating Māori success in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Mātauranga). Operating nationally, we support thousands of rangatahi Māori through culturally grounded, future-focused programmes that foster STEMM capability, identity, and industry connection.

The Role

As the Te Urunga Tū Kaihautū, you will:

• Deliver Pūhoro programmes in secondary schools, supporting rangatahi to realise their potential
• Mentor tauira and guide them into tertiary study and career pathways
• Facilitate wānanga, workshops, and regional events grounded in te ao Māori and STEMM
• Build strong relationships with whānau, iwi, educators, and industry partners
• Contribute to establishing the Taranaki region as a thriving STEMM community

About You

You will succeed in this role if you:

• Are passionate about kaupapa Māori and rangatahi development
• Have experience engaging with young people and whānau
• Have knowledge of STEMM (or related fields) suited to supporting NCEA-level learners
• Can build positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Are confident operating in te ao Māori (te reo Māori proficiency is desirable but not essential)
• Bring creativity, energy, and a collaborative spirit to your mahi

Position Details

Location: New Plymouth (regional travel required, Pūhoro vehicle provided)
Contract: Full-time, 12-month fixed-term (37.5 hours per week)
Salary Band: $60,500 – $83,000

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How to Apply

If you are ready to contribute to a kaupapa that is transforming Māori futures in STEMM, we encourage you to apply.

Send your CV and cover letter to l.ruwhiu@puhoro.org.nz

Applications close: 5pm, Monday 19 January

Shortlisted applicants will complete:

• An initial online interview, followed by a face-to-face interview
• Criminal record check
• Reference checks

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