Ngatuire Hapi
Rotorua,BOP
Summary
- Creative and culturally grounded communicator with a deep connection to waka ama and Māori communities. Experienced in managing social media, creating bilingual content, and leading kaupapa Māori storytelling through digital platforms. Passionate about connecting whānau and celebrating achievement through the culture of waka.
- I offer a valuable insider perspective into the waka ama world. While I will be competing at national events and unavailable on race days, I am fully available to support pre- and post-event communications, content creation, and storytelling.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level marketing and communications coordinator position. Ready to help the amazing Waka ama Nz team and grow as I go.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kaiako
Early Childhood Support / Learning Story Writer (if applicable)
2021 - Current
- Create Te Whāriki-based learning stories in Te Reo Māori and English
- Use storytelling and nature-based learning to highlight growth
- Confident working with tamariki Māori and whānau
- Gaining my bachealor in early childhood education, while teaching and competing
ALN
Athlete Leader Network — Sport NZ
2024 - Current
- Represented athlete voice in national kaupapa
- Collaborated on leadership initiatives to support young athletes
- Built strong connections with rangatahi Māori across the motu
- Advocated for inclusive and culturally responsive approaches to sport
Sponsored Athlete — SwoleFoods
01.2024 - Current
- Create weekly bilingual Instagram content aligned with brand campaigns
- Submit professional-grade content (Reels + photography) for marketing briefs
- Represent brand values in sport, health, and lifestyle
- Manage all content independently to deadline
Social Media & Event Content — Waka Ama Rotorua Club (Volunteer)
01.2022 - Current
- Promote local and national events via Instagram/Facebook
- Capture paddling footage and post short-form video content
- Share community stories and athlete achievements
- Contribute to storytelling and whanaungatanga across the rohe
Kaihoe
Waka Ama Aotearoa
01.2016 - Current
- Represent club and region at national level
- Preparing for IVF Waka Ama Worlds 2026 in Singapore
- Deep understanding of tikanga, kaupapa waka, and event flow
- Experience attending Sprint Nationals, Long Distance Nationals & more
- Actively part of the waka ama community.
Tuakana
Te Reo Taiohi — Waka Ama NZ
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Supported bilingual content delivery and rangatahi-focused storytelling across national events
- Promoted the use of Te Reo Māori across communications and kaupapa
- Worked closely with Waka Ama NZ leadership and comms team
- Created the Rautaki Rangatahi, voicing rangatahi needs and barriers in waka ama.
- Poipoi me te taurima i ngā rangatahi te whakakōrero i wā rātou hiahia i te hākinakina nei.
Education
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
Te Rito Maioha
Aotearoa01.2025
Te WharekuraNgāti Rongomai
01.2021
Diploma in Te Pīnakitanga Ki Te Reo Kairangi - Te Reo Rangatira
Te Wānanga O Aotearoa
Aotearoa12-2025
Skills
- Social Media Management (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Meta Suite)
- Content Creation (Reels, photography, video editing, storytelling)
- Bilingual Communication (English and Te Reo Māori)
- Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express (basic),
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Event Support & Promotion
- Community Engagement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- First Aid Certified (2025)
Certification
- Current First Aid Certificate — Valid 2025
- Social Media Training (informal/on-the-job)
- Reformer Pilates (Athlete Cross Training) — since Feb 2025
Event Availability – Waka Ama Nationals
- Due to my role as a competitive athlete preparing for the IVF Waka Ama World Championships 2026, I will be actively competing at major Waka Ama NZ events and will therefore not be available during official race days. However, I am fully committed and available to support:
- Pre-event communications and planning
- Content creation before and after race days
- Storytelling, social media, and reporting
- On-the-ground setup and pack down outside of racing commitments
- This unique position allows me to offer insider access and athlete perspective that enhances authentic storytelling and deepens engagement with the waka ama community.
Timeline
Sponsored Athlete — SwoleFoods
01.2024 - Current
Tuakana
Te Reo Taiohi — Waka Ama NZ
10.2022 - 03.2025
Social Media & Event Content — Waka Ama Rotorua Club (Volunteer)
01.2022 - Current
Kaihoe
Waka Ama Aotearoa
01.2016 - Current
Kaiako
Early Childhood Support / Learning Story Writer (if applicable)
2021 - Current
ALN
Athlete Leader Network — Sport NZ
2024 - Current
Bachelor - Early Childhood Education
Te Rito Maioha
Te WharekuraNgāti Rongomai
Diploma in Te Pīnakitanga Ki Te Reo Kairangi - Te Reo Rangatira
Te Wānanga O Aotearoa
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