Ko wai mātou | About Us:

Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People has a unique mandate of having responsibility to steward change across Government, while commissioning disability support services, as well as transforming how these services are delivered.

Disabled people expected to have greater choice and control over the supports and services they receive to lead their best life. We are committed to this by strengthening relationships and working in partnership with disabled people, tāngata whaikaha Māori, Pacific disabled people and their whānau.

Whaikaha presents an exciting opportunity to make a real difference. The call for “Nothing about us, without us” is an integral part of our operation.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the Role:

This pivotal team are essential to the Enabling Good Lives approach and make a significant positive impact on the lives of disabled people, tangata whaikaha and whānau. The team is diverse and proactively aims to implement a values and principles-based approach to the mahi and communities we work in. As a team we work as an ally to assist disabled people and their whanau to be aspirational and plan for a good life that connects with their local community/hapu/Iwi.

This role makes a significant contribution to the transformation of the disability system and aims to ensure that disabled people, tangata whaikaha and whānau have more choice and control over their lives and the supports they use.

The Tuhono/Connector works alongside disabled people, tangata whaikaha and their whānau in exploring opportunities, creating possibilities, and supporting aspirations using the Enabling Good Lives approach. Through whanaungatanga (building relationships and connections) and a Mana-enhancing, person-centred approach the Tuhono/Connector empowers disabled people to dream big and design their good life plan in a way that encourages a holistic whole of life approach that aligns with their aspirations.

Please be aware these roles are located in South Waikato. To find out more about the Enabling Good Lives approach please visit

Mō Te Tono, Mō Te Tirotiro Tātai Tūranga | Apply or View the Position Description:

A copy of the position description can be found here. Tuhono/Connector position description.

Salary range: $68,660.00 - $83,003.00

Tono Mai | We encourage you to apply:

Joining Whaikaha means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity that each individual brings. Currently, just over 40% of our people identify as disabled people and we want this number to grow. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they really are. We are committed to the application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all levels of our work.

Me He Pātai Anō | Further Enquiries:

We encourage you to talk to us about any support you need. We want you to present this information in a way that plays to your strengths. For example, you may prefer to use video instead of traditional CV and cover letter. You might want whānau or a friend to tell us about you or use social media or a PowerPoint presentation. Let's kōrero about what you need to feel supported in your application.

PeopleandCulture@whaikaha.govt.nz

Te Tono | Application:

Please click the ' Apply ' button to submit your application.

If you work for Whaikaha - Please apply through the myHR portal. You can do this by clicking the ‘Apply’ button to complete the online application form and upload your CV and cover letter. This will ensure that your employee profile is visible as an internal candidate.

Ka Kati Ngā Tono | Applications Close: Thursday 30 May 2024.

Whaikaha has adopted the Ministry of Social Development's (host agency) COVID-19 vaccination policy. This policy applies to all Whaikaha employees and encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.

Tuhono Connector