- Full-time, permanent position
- Regional based work at Te Tai Tokerau me Tāmaki Makaurau
- Be part of the team of Mātauranga Māori specialists for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
The Regional Group Manager, Service Improvement leads a team focused on enhancing health services and outcomes for Māori through innovative, community-driven solutions. Working across regional and local levels with health partners, the role ensures services are responsive to Māori needs. It also fosters a learning culture grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, promoting professional growth and meaningful collaboration.
About the Team/Service/ Location
As the Hauora Māori Service of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora (Health NZ) our core role is to ensure New Zealanders have better and more timely access to health care. The devolution of resources and decision making to the regions ensures those closest to service users and whānau are involved in decisions on how healthcare is delivered. We are committed to ensuring our operating model is responsive to the needs of Māori.
About you
You bring extensive experience in policy, advisory, and leadership roles, with a strong track record in strategic planning and service improvement. A confident and articulate communicator, you excel at building and maintaining relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. You value diversity as a driver of inclusive, effective solutions—particularly within a Māori cultural context—and demonstrate strong cultural competence in tikanga, te reo Māori, and kawa.
You will have:
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including leadership experience at a senior level
- Strong understanding of the Pae Ora Act, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and relevant health legislation
- Experience in leading significant programmes of work from development to implementation
- Proven ability to manage complex and technical projects, with experience in the health sector considered an advantage
Working at 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
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 11 August 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Zerissa Ong on [email protected].
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected kaimahi (staff) will be given preference and priority for this position.
