Apera Rangataua Pai
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Dynamic Cultural Advisor with a proven track record at Wolfgramm Holdings, specializing in Te Reo Māori and enhancing organisational strategy. Excelled in cross-cultural negotiation and intercultural communication, fostering inclusion and advancing multicultural awareness. Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills and a commitment to promoting cultural sensitivity across diverse environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cultural Advisor
Wolfgramm Holdings (self contracted)
Auckland, Auckland
01.2024 - Current
- Contributed expertise in Te Reo Māori for enhancing organisational strategy alignment with Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Supported a culture of inclusion and respect.
- Cultivated strong connections with key stakeholders to support their progress.
- Effective in complex stakeholder environments, employing various strategies to achieve outcomes.
- Energetic approach led to significant advancements.
- Exhibited exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills consistently.
Cultural Representative
Te whānau Ata (Freemans Bay school) self employed
Auckland, Auckland
11.2023 - Current
- Facilitated operations of significant tikanga Māori celebrations such as Matariki and Waitangi.
- Strengthened workforce awareness of traditional Māori customs.
- Enhanced implementation of te Tiriti ō Waitangi protocols.
- Contributed creative input into the design process for merchandise associated with particular cultures or areas.
- Built partnerships with related organisations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
Cultural Coordinator
Kawea Law
Hastings , Hawkes Bay
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Compiled data from research studies into reports outlining findings on current trends in global culture.
- Consulted with staff on resolution of complex service issues.
- Assisted in developing policies related to multiculturalism and diversity awareness among staff members and volunteers.
- Assessed and identified service delivery challenges and opportunities within local area.
- Spoke to community groups to explain and interpret purposes, programs, and policies.
- Created programs that encourage participation from different cultures and the relevance of tikanga Māori to them.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate in Business (Level 8) - Management
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ07-2025
Graduate Diploma in Te Reo Māori Pinakitanga (Level 7) - Indigenous Linguistics
Te Wananga Aotearoa
Auckland 11-2024
Graduate Diploma in Business (Level 7) - Māori Business And Human Resources
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ11-2021
Bachelors in Education - Huarahi Māori
University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ11-2017
Rumaki Reo (Level 5) - Te Reo Māori
Te Wananga Takiura
Auckland 11-2011
Skills
- Cultural sensitivity
- Cross-cultural negotiation
- Workshop facilitation
- Volunteer management
- Media relations
- Intercultural communication
Timeline
Cultural Advisor
Wolfgramm Holdings (self contracted)
01.2024 - Current
Cultural Representative
Te whānau Ata (Freemans Bay school) self employed
11.2023 - Current
Cultural Coordinator
Kawea Law
05.2022 - 06.2024
Post-Graduate Certificate in Business (Level 8) - Management
Auckland University of Technology
Graduate Diploma in Te Reo Māori Pinakitanga (Level 7) - Indigenous Linguistics
Te Wananga Aotearoa
Graduate Diploma in Business (Level 7) - Māori Business And Human Resources
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelors in Education - Huarahi Māori
University of Auckland
Rumaki Reo (Level 5) - Te Reo Māori
Te Wananga Takiura
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