Waikato, Bay of Plenty or Northland

Full Time, Permanent

About us

Te whanake anamata angitu mō ngā pāmu kau o Aotearoa. 

Mā te mōhio ka mārama, mā te mārama ka matau, mā te matau ka ora. 

Through knowledge comes understanding, through understanding comes wisdom, through wisdom comes wellbeing.

At DairyNZ, our Māori Engagement and Partnership Strategy guides our commitment to strengthening Aotearoa’s dairy industry, with particular focus on Māori levy payers, farmers, and Māori agribusinesses (MABs). Through science-backed research, innovation, and practical tools, we support farmers and farm owners to build sustainable, productive businesses. Be part of a team making a real difference across the dairy sector.

Your opportunity

You will lead DairyNZ’s Māori agribusiness (MAB) projects and initiatives, acting as a vital link between Māori levy payers, farmers, and DairyNZ. A key focus will be strengthening relationships across the sector and connecting MAB’s with DairyNZ’s resources (particularly DairyBase) and other sector tools. Core aims include adding value and improvements in:

• Farm performance and resilience
• Governance and business decision making skills  
• Development of young Māori farmers and trustees in dairying

By championing the adoption of best practice on-farm and in business, this role will contribute to improved outcomes across the dairy sector and enhance recognition of DairyNZ’s value to Māori in dairying.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Farm Business Technical Delivery
• Strategic Planning and Project Management
• Relationship and Network Management
• Facilitation and Learning
• Product and Service Development & Delivery
• Reporting

Ideally, you will be based in Northland, Waikato, or the Bay of Plenty at one of our DairyNZ offices.

About you

You will have the ability to lead and strengthen relationships with Māori levy payers, farmers and stakeholders in dairying. You will use your networks and knowledge to support MAB’s in dairying.

You will bring passion and experience in the dairy industry, an understanding of te reo and tikanga Māori, and a strong desire to motivate and guide. Ideally, you will also have experience in agribusiness sector, consulting, or advisory role, supported by a tertiary qualification in agriculture. 

Sound good to you. Come join our team who together, are making a difference.

To apply 

Check out the full position description here to read more detail. Applications close 14th September 2025 at 11:55pm.

If you'd like to have a kōrero about this role, please contact Sara Tairi on 027 1800 2722.