Want to make a difference in your community?
Tuwharetoa Health is a kaupapa Maori organisation that provides our community with health and social services. It is a place where people can work with a purpose and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Tuwharetoa Health is currently expanding the services we provide. Therefore, we are looking for suitably qualified people who enjoy being part of a team that is passionate about serving the community and improving the overall well-being of the whanau we support. We work with a whanau first approach and ensuring that manaakitanga is demonstrated across all areas of our service.
You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of professionals, who are all committed to making a positive impact in whanau lives by supporting their health and social needs. Tuwharetoa Health offers a supportive work environment that values teamwork, professional development, and work-life balance
If you would like to speak with someone regarding the vacancies listed below, please contact Santina on 022 437 1155 or email work@thct.co.nz
Board Secretary
Tuwharetoa Health is seeking a professional, proactive, and highly trusted Board Secretary to support our Chief Executive Officer and Board of Trustees. This is a pivotal role where your expertise will help ensure strong governance, seamless operations, and meaningful impact for our whanau and communities.
This is a part-time role, with engagement options available as either an employee or independent contractor, subject to mutual agreement.
Key Responsibilities: Board and Governance Support
- Coordinate Board and subcommittee meetings, including scheduling, venue arrangements, agendas, and distribution of Board packs.
- Prepare accurate and high-quality minutes, maintain action registers, and track follow-up actions
- Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, including Charities Act requirements and IoD NZ standards
- Maintain accurate governance records, policies, and documentation
- Act as a liaison between the Board, CEO, and key stakeholders
- Manage Board correspondence (inward and outward)
- Assist with preparation of reports, presentations and organisational documentation
- Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence
- Support Executive Management Team administration as required
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the CEO
Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in a Board Secretary, or a senior administrative role
- Demonstrated experience supporting Boards and committees, including agenda preparation and minute-taking
- Strong understanding of governance processes, compliance, and records management
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High levels of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
- Experience working within a kaupapa Maori health or social services sector would be highly advantageous
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience working with Boards is essential
- A Tertiary qualification in a relevant field would be highly regarded
- Current Full New Zealand Driver License is essential
What we offer:
- A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and cultural heritage.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organisation.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of whanau and our community.
Applications close no later than 10am Wednesday 03 June 2026.
If you are motivated to share in this important mahi and be part of the Tuwharetoa Health team, please download an application form on this page or by contacting work@thct.co.nz or 07 384 2882.
