Mana Whenua Representative-Te Tiriti o Waitangi Komiti

Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira is seeking expressions of interest from Ngāti Toa members to be nominated their interests on Te Tiriti o Waitangi Komiti of Greater Wellington Regional Council.

Following amendments to the Committee's Terms of Reference, each of Greater Wellington's mana whenua partners will nominate a member to the Komiti.

About the Role

Te Tiriti o Waitangi Komiti provides leadership and oversight to ensure Greater Wellington upholds its Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations, commitments, and responsibilities. The Komiti:

• Supports robust decision-making that enables equitable outcomes for Māori.

• Oversees strategies, policies, agreements, and initiatives relating to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and mana whenua partnerships.

• Monitors Greater Wellington's commitments under Treaty settlements.

• Makes recommendations to Council on these matters.

We're Looking For

Applicants should have the skills, knowledge, and experience to contribute effectively to the work of the Komiti. The successful applicant will also be expected to maintain ongoing engagement with relevant Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira teams.

Important Information

Committee members are subject to the Local Authorities (Members Interests) Act 1968 and must carefully consider any actual or potential conflicts of interest.

This is a remunerated position.

If you're interested in representing Ngāti Toa on this important committee, we'd love to hear from you.

Please email lynda@ngatitoa.iwi.nz. Closing date is 5pm, Sunday 19 July 2026.