Te Whainga Consultancy

Te Whainga Consultancy operates in the field of community engagement and project management, particularly focusing on environmental strategies in collaboration with tangata whenua. As Engagement Lead for Science and Strategy at Gisborne District Council since November 2020, responsibilities include designing tailored engagement strategies and fostering relationships with local iwi and community stakeholders. Prior roles encompass project management for various environmental initiatives, including the redevelopment of Te Pānuku Tū at Tītīrangi maunga, and leadership positions at Te Aitanga A Mahaki Trust and Tairawhiti Environment Centre under the Jobs 4 Nature program. Additional experience spans multiple project management roles with Gisborne District Council and other organizations, backed by a BA from The University of Waikato and a Diploma of Project Management from the Australian Institute of Management.