- Location - Flexible nationally
- Permanent, part time up to 0.4 FTE
About the Role
This role will co-lead the delivery of a high-quality IPC programme. This is a clinical leadership role focused on national strategies to reduce health care associated infections and antimicrobial resistance. This role is suitable for a medical professional who has proven expertise in infection, prevention, and control, including data analysis and quality improvement. You will contribute to strategic programme development and national quality improvement.
About the Team/Service/ Location
The role will work closely with other people and teams within the National Clinical Leadership team, including the Chief Quality and Patient Safety, Chief Clinical Officer, and Chief Nursing Officer. This role will also have a high level of interaction with the Regional and Local Clinical Leaders to support the implementation of work programmes, and to ensure the timely provision of information to the National Clinical Leadership Team and other groups to support decision-making. The role will also have strong alignment and connections with the national infection services clinical network.
About you
You are a senior medical professional with deep expertise in IPC and a passion for system-level improvement. You bring clinical credibility, strategic insight, and a commitment to equity. You are someone who shows initiative, embraces flexibility, and contributes positively to the whole team. With your well-developed communication skills, you'll be driven to develop national programmes that make a real difference. If you're ready to make an impact for patients on a national scale, we want to hear from you!
We welcome applications from medical professionals with the right training, skills and experience, including:
- Medical degree and relevant postgraduate qualifications
- Minimum five years' experience in IPC
- Clinical and/or advisory experience in the health sector
- Familiarity with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori, or commitment to learning
- Experience applying Te Tiriti principles and Kaupapa Māori approaches in healthcare
We will accept applications from candidates wanting part time hours, up to 0.4FTE (16 hours per week).
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 10 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha Pillay at [email protected]
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position.
