Mohaka Hooper
Napier City,HKB
Summary
My name is Mohaka Hooper, I am 25 years old and I reside in Waiohiki, Hawke's Bay. I am a full-time Mother, a full-time student at the Eastern Institute of Technology, and I also work part-time. In 2025, I completed a Level 3 Employment Pathways programme, and I am now pursuing Level 4 in Hauora. I have held significant roles, including serving as a youth representative for my community on the Wairoa District Council and working as a Whānau Ora Navigator, supporting families and individuals achieve their long and short-term aspirations and goals. These experiences have taught me the importance of upholding strong values and strengths in my roles. I consider myself reliable, a high achiever, dedicated, hardworking, and punctual. My greatest motivation comes from my two sons, as I strive to be a positive role model for them both. My career goal is to become a registered nurse so that I can work in the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), providing support and empathy to babies and their families during challenging times.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Photographer
Te Kohuorangi Communications
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted in capturing high-quality images for various events, projects and ensuring visual consistency.
- Collaborated in social settings with lead photographers to set up equipment and lighting for shoots.
- Edited photographs using Lightroom software for final presentation.
- Adapted quickly to new photography techniques and industry trends through ongoing learning.
Kaiārahi
Whānau Ora
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to resources within the community.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Detain Knife Handler
AFFCO Meat Works
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Demonstrated excellent knife skills while trimming, cutting, deboning, and portioning various meats.
- Developed strong knife skills and precision cutting techniques, increasing efficiency in meat processing tasks.
- Operate industrial meat processing equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Implement quality control measures to ensure freshness and quality of products.
- Collaborate with team members to enhance workflow efficiency during peak hours.
Education
New Zealand Diploma in Whanau Ora (Level 5) - Navigator
WaiTech
West Auckland NZ11-2022
Study And Employment Pathways (Level 3) - Career Pathways
Eastern Institution of Technology
11-2025
NCEA - National Certificate of Education Achievement
Ministry of Education
Wairoa, NZ11-2016
Skills
- Client communication
- An eye for detail
- Problem-solving
- Client relations
- Efficient under pressure
- Case documentation
- Compassionate
- Client advocacy
Accomplishments
- Diploma in Whanau Ora Level 5.
- Graduating Study and Employment Pathways Level 3.
- Youth representative for Ngāti Pahauwera on the Wairoa District Council.
- Detain Operator Certificate.
Certification
- New Zealand Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) certificate.
- Detain Operator Certificate.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Assistant Photographer
Te Kohuorangi Communications
10.2025 - Current
Kaiārahi
Whānau Ora
05.2021 - 06.2024
Detain Knife Handler
AFFCO Meat Works
01.2019 - 05.2021
Study And Employment Pathways (Level 3) - Career Pathways
Eastern Institution of Technology
New Zealand Diploma in Whanau Ora (Level 5) - Navigator
WaiTech
NCEA - National Certificate of Education Achievement
Ministry of Education