Allie Paki Hemara-Wahanui
Te Hāwera,Taranaki
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at the Western Institute of Technology in Taranaki, adept at cultivating strategic stakeholder relationships and enhancing Māori partnerships. Expertise in financial management and operations oversight, driving impactful initiatives that align with organizational goals while ensuring compliance and governance excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Demand Management
Western Institute of Technology in Taranaki
, New Plymouth
05.2021 - 11.2025
- Developed the Māori partnership strategy to increase provision for Māori.
- Provided advice to the senior leadership team on equity and cultural issues.
- Cultivated strategic relationships with stakeholders to support the institutes goals.
- Oversaw marketing and communication activities promoting the institute and programmes offered.
Pouhautū General Manager
Te Korowai o Ngāruahine Iwi Trust
, Te Hāwera
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Oversaw the Trust’s operations, including implemented the annual plan and budget.
- Provided direction and support to kaimahi and managed stakeholder relationships.
- Managed the risk register, ensured compliance with founding documents and organisational policies.
- Reported to the Board and maintained a strategic relationship with the Chair between board meetings.
General Manager Stakeholder Engagements
Parininihi ki Waitotara Incorporation
, New Plymouth
01.2012 - 12.2017
- Led shareholder communications and engagement, and managed the social investment fund of the PKW Charitable Trust for supporting Māori capability and kaupapa.
- Ensured compliance with the Trust Deed, financial and audit policies, and transparent reporting of investment decisions.
Education
Master of Change & Organisational Resilience - Management
AcademyEX
Auckland, NZ01.2026
Te Ronakitanga Te Reo Rumaki (taumata Tuarima) - Te Reo Māori
Te Wānanga O Aotearoa
New Plymouth11-2020
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Executive Management
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ11-2017
Skills
- Leadership and Strategic
- Financial and Business Management
- Operations Oversight
- Governance Support
- Stakeholder & Community Relationships
References
- Western Institute of Technology, Nic Conley (Operations Lead), +64 212 412 784, n.conley@witt.ac.nz
- Te Korowai Ngāruahine Trust, Bev Gibson (Former Chair), +64 272 404 613, Gib.b@xtra.co.nz
Governance And Community Involvement
- Ngāti Tu Hapū, Committee Member
- Waiokura Marae & Reserves Trust, Trustee
- PKW Trust, Independent Trustee
- The Taranaki Retreat, Board Member
Timeline
Director of Demand Management
Western Institute of Technology in Taranaki
05.2021 - 11.2025
Pouhautū General Manager
Te Korowai o Ngāruahine Iwi Trust
01.2018 - 04.2021
General Manager Stakeholder Engagements
Parininihi ki Waitotara Incorporation
01.2012 - 12.2017
Master of Change & Organisational Resilience - Management
AcademyEX
Te Ronakitanga Te Reo Rumaki (taumata Tuarima) - Te Reo Māori
Te Wānanga O Aotearoa
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Executive Management
Massey University