Whanaketanga Ohaoha - Economic Development

Māori economic development is one of the great opportunities of our generation.

The Māori economy is growing — and it is growing fast. Estimated at over $70 billion and expanding, the Māori economic base now spans primary industries, commercial fisheries, farming, tourism, energy, finance, and technology. Iwi and Māori organisations are increasingly sophisticated commercial entities, competing at the highest levels of the New Zealand and global economy. They need talent to match.

Tau Mai specialises in recruiting for Māori economic development roles across Aotearoa. We work with iwi authorities, Māori trusts, Māori-owned businesses, and mainstream organisations seeking to grow their Māori economic partnerships. Roles we recruit for span commercial and investment leadership, economic development management, Treaty settlements and asset management, agribusiness, tourism, financial services, and Māori enterprise strategy.

What sets our candidates apart is not just their commercial capability - it is their understanding of the unique obligations and aspirations that sit at the heart of Māori economic development. They know that profit and purpose are not in tension; that growing a Māori economy means growing wellbeing for whānau, hapū and iwi.

For professionals looking to bring your commercial skills to a role with deep cultural purpose, Tau Mai can connect you with organisations where your perspective is your greatest asset. For iwi and Māori organisations building your commercial capability, we offer access to a network you cannot find anywhere else.

Whakatipu i te ōhanga Māori — grow the Māori economy. Together.