Kaiurungi Reo

Kaiurungi Reo - Te Kāhui ā-rohe o Te Tai Tokerau

He taonga tuku iho te reo Māori. Be part of the movement to ensure it flourishes for future generations.

Te Mātāwai is seeking passionate, capable and community-minded individuals for the Poureo role on a contract for services basis based in Te Kāhui ā-rohe o Te Tai Tokerau.

These services offer a unique opportunity to work alongside whānau, hapū, iwi and Māori communities to support their aspirations for te reo Māori, strengthen language revitalisation efforts, and contribute to the long-term flourishing of te reo Māori throughout Aotearoa.

Whether you are an experienced community leader, relationship builder, organiser, or advocate for te reo Māori, we invite you to bring your skills, knowledge and passion to this important kaupapa.

About the role

As a Kaiurungi Reo, you will be a trusted connector between Te Mātāwai, iwi, hapū, whānau and Māori communities within your kāhui. You will support the development and implementation of regional language priorities, foster strong relationships with stakeholders, and identify opportunities that strengthen the use, visibility and intergenerational transmission of te reo Māori. You will facilitate engagement across your kāhui, represent Te Mātāwai at hui and events, and provide regional insights that contribute to planning, reporting and decision-making. Through your services, you will help empower communities to lead and realise their own aspirations for te reo Māori.

Skills and Experience

You will be fluent in te reo Māori, grounded in tikanga Māori and committed to language revitalisation. You will bring experience building relationships with iwi, hapū, whānau and stakeholders, and leading or supporting kaupapa Māori, community, education or language initiatives. Strong communication, facilitation and organisational skills are essential, alongside the ability to work independently, balance competing priorities and engage effectively with diverse communities.

About us

Te Mātāwai is a kaupapa dedicated to empowering iwi and Māori communities to lead the revitalisation of te reo Māori. You will work alongside passionate language champions, iwi leaders and communities, contributing to meaningful outcomes that support the flourishing of te reo Māori for current and future generations.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and CV to: [email protected]. Applications must be received no later than 5.00pm on Thursday 15 October 2026.  If you have any pātai regarding these opportunities, please direct them to [email protected]

Nau mai ngā tono! If you are passionate about the future of te reo Māori and want to contribute to a kaupapa that creates a lasting impact for whānau, hapū and iwi, we would love to hear from you.