Senior Rates Advisor - Whenua Maori
Thriving together - mō te taiao, mō ngā tāngata.
Our environment and our people go hand-in-hand.
Do you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where no two days will ever be the same?
Bring your expertise and contribute to the valuable work we do for our communities.
Permanent based in the Bay of Plenty
Do you have a good understanding around the complexities and legalities of Māori land, fluency in Te Reo, experienced in engagement and relationship building, and have sound knowledge of Mātauranga Māori? If this sounds like you, we have an exciting opportunity for you to play a critical role as part of our Rates Engagement team.
We're looking for a Senior Rates Advisor - Whenua Māori who is experienced in local government rating, with a focus on Māori land.
Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
Reporting to the Rates Engagement Team Leader, the Senior Rates Advisor - Whenua Māori role focuses on the rating of Māori land as well as supporting the wider Rates Team with all rating functions. You will establish and maintain enduring relationships with Māori landowners as well as provide an effective and efficient council rates collection and advisory service that ensures a solution focussed customer experience.
This role will provide advice on a range of queries and has a specific focus on Māori land, referencing Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, the Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993, and Local Government (Rating of Whenua Māori) Amendment Act 2021.
Ō pūmanawa | Your skills and experience
Along with a can-do attitude, great attention to detail, and the ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workload, you will have:
Minimum 5-6 years' experience working in local government or an organisation that is involved in the complexities and legalities of Māori land.
Advanced knowledge of Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993, Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, and Local Government (Rating of Whenua Māori) Act 2021.
National Diploma Level 4 in Business Management or equivalent with Rates or Finance focus and / or equivalent body of knowledge gained through experience.
Fluency in Te Reo and a sound understanding of Mātauranga Māori.
Demonstrated understanding and experience of collection processes and legislation.
Proven relationship building and management skills with key stakeholders.
Mō mātou | About us
Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council is responsible for the sustainable management of the region's natural resources. We look after important functions relating to environmental protection and enhancement, safety and resilience, regional development including coordination of the regional land transport plan, and delivery of public transport.
Ngā uara ka whiwhi koe ki Toi Moana | Working at Bay of Plenty Regional Council
We are a values-driven organisation that really cares about people. Who you are is important to us. We welcome diversity as an opportunity to grow our teams and are keen to support people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions, and disabilities/abilities. We want Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council to be a place where you can bring your whole self to work.
Toi Moana is a great organisation to work for and our region is a great place to live. Highlights of working with us include:
we'll support you to grow and develop.
We are flexible with the way your work.
We have a competitive salary and leave package, including life insurance and income protection and extra paid leave over Christmas/New Year.
This position can work from any one of our Regional Council offices - Tauranga, Whakatanē or Rotorua - the location is flexible for the right candidate.
Tono ināianei | Apply Now
Click ‘Apply Now' to tell us why you are right for this role and to submit your CV. For more information about the role please call Charlie Roddick on 0800 884 880.
To access a copy of Te Tūranga Mahi (Job Description) please click on the following link or copy and paste it into your web browser: https://rb.gy/q6irj
NB: To apply for this job, you must have the legal right to be able to work in New Zealand and also a current, valid driver's licence.
Applications close 5pm, Friday 16 June 2023 and will only be accepted online.
Our environment and our people go hand-in-hand.
Do you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where no two days will ever be the same?
Bring your expertise and contribute to the valuable work we do for our communities.
Permanent based in the Bay of Plenty
Do you have a good understanding around the complexities and legalities of Māori land, fluency in Te Reo, experienced in engagement and relationship building, and have sound knowledge of Mātauranga Māori? If this sounds like you, we have an exciting opportunity for you to play a critical role as part of our Rates Engagement team.
We're looking for a Senior Rates Advisor - Whenua Māori who is experienced in local government rating, with a focus on Māori land.
Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
Reporting to the Rates Engagement Team Leader, the Senior Rates Advisor - Whenua Māori role focuses on the rating of Māori land as well as supporting the wider Rates Team with all rating functions. You will establish and maintain enduring relationships with Māori landowners as well as provide an effective and efficient council rates collection and advisory service that ensures a solution focussed customer experience.
This role will provide advice on a range of queries and has a specific focus on Māori land, referencing Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, the Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993, and Local Government (Rating of Whenua Māori) Amendment Act 2021.
Ō pūmanawa | Your skills and experience
Along with a can-do attitude, great attention to detail, and the ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workload, you will have:
Minimum 5-6 years' experience working in local government or an organisation that is involved in the complexities and legalities of Māori land.
Advanced knowledge of Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993, Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, and Local Government (Rating of Whenua Māori) Act 2021.
National Diploma Level 4 in Business Management or equivalent with Rates or Finance focus and / or equivalent body of knowledge gained through experience.
Fluency in Te Reo and a sound understanding of Mātauranga Māori.
Demonstrated understanding and experience of collection processes and legislation.
Proven relationship building and management skills with key stakeholders.
Mō mātou | About us
Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council is responsible for the sustainable management of the region's natural resources. We look after important functions relating to environmental protection and enhancement, safety and resilience, regional development including coordination of the regional land transport plan, and delivery of public transport.
Ngā uara ka whiwhi koe ki Toi Moana | Working at Bay of Plenty Regional Council
We are a values-driven organisation that really cares about people. Who you are is important to us. We welcome diversity as an opportunity to grow our teams and are keen to support people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions, and disabilities/abilities. We want Toi Moana Bay of Plenty Regional Council to be a place where you can bring your whole self to work.
Toi Moana is a great organisation to work for and our region is a great place to live. Highlights of working with us include:
we'll support you to grow and develop.
We are flexible with the way your work.
We have a competitive salary and leave package, including life insurance and income protection and extra paid leave over Christmas/New Year.
This position can work from any one of our Regional Council offices - Tauranga, Whakatanē or Rotorua - the location is flexible for the right candidate.
Tono ināianei | Apply Now
Click ‘Apply Now' to tell us why you are right for this role and to submit your CV. For more information about the role please call Charlie Roddick on 0800 884 880.
To access a copy of Te Tūranga Mahi (Job Description) please click on the following link or copy and paste it into your web browser: https://rb.gy/q6irj
NB: To apply for this job, you must have the legal right to be able to work in New Zealand and also a current, valid driver's licence.
Applications close 5pm, Friday 16 June 2023 and will only be accepted online.
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