Director of Advocacy

7 months ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Niche Full time

Director of Advocacy
- Influential health and disability consumer advocacy role
- Across sector stakeholder relationship management
- Executive and strategic leadership opportunity

**Ko wai tātou | Who we are**

The Health and Disability Commissioner (HDC) is tasked with independently promoting and protecting the rights of people using health and disability services in Aotearoa New Zealand.

HDC also facilitate the fair and efficient resolution of complaints relating to those rights, one of the ways they do this is through the provision of independent advocacy services. These services are available to consumers, to support them express, navigate and resolve their concerns with health and disability providers.

**Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role**

The Director of Advocacy is part of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) at HDC; as well as championing and embedding advocacy as a mode of resolution into organisational strategic development and implementation, you will:

- Lead the development and implementation of advocacy service strategies and work plans.
- Manage the contract relationships, negotiation, monitoring and reporting requirements for the provision of the independent advocacy service.
- Lead the public promotion of advocacy services, with a focus on equitable access for all New Zealanders.
- Build strong relationships with and deliver education to key providers and consumers across the health and disability sector.
- Contribute to the organisational leadership, performance and success as part of the ELT.

**Ko wai koe? | Who are you?**

As well as an absolute passion for consumer advocacy and restorative processes, to be successful in this role you will need to bring with you:

- A working understanding of the purpose of the HDC and the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights.
- Strong engagement and communication capability with proven experience and success in building productive and trusting relationships with diverse populations.
- Experience negotiating, managing, monitoring and reporting on the delivery of contracts of significant value.
- Evidence of a commitment to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi through leadership and strategic development.
- An ability to articulate an in depth understanding of and how to embed health equity into strategy development and implementation.

**Joining HDC | To Apply**

The role can be either Auckland or Wellington based. HDC has a flexible working policy.

  • Director of Advocacy

    4 hours ago

    Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Director Of Advocacy | Pouārahi Taunaki Motuhake - Influential health and disability consumer advocacy role - Across sector stakeholder relationship management - Executive and strategic leadership opportunity Ko wai tātou | Who we areThe Health and Disability Commissioner (HDC) is tasked with independently promoting and protecting the rights of people...

  • Associate Director Development

    1 week ago

    Auckland City, New Zealand University of Auckland Full time

    **Job Description**: **Waipapa Taumata Rau** **| The University of Auckland** The University of Auckland occupies a unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific. It is New Zealand’s largest university with over 40,000 students and an international centre of learning and academic excellence. The University of Auckland is the largest...

  • Senior Policy

    2 days ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand The Royal Australasian College of Physicians Full time

    Posted: 06/01/2025 Closing Date: 03/02/2025 Job Type: Fixed Term Contract Location: Wellington CBD Job Category: Consulting and Strategy **About the RACP** The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) connects, represents, and trains physicians and trainee physicians across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. The RACP provides services to support...

  • Policy and Advocacy Officer

    7 months ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Full time

    **Permanent, Full time**: - ** Wellington, NZ Location**: - **Flexible work environment, including monthly RDO's.** A unique opportunity has now become available for an experienced Policy and Advocacy Officer to join a small and dynamic team to contribute to policy and advocacy in mental health. Working for the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of...

  • Executive Director

    5 months ago

    Wellington City, New Zealand Tertiary Education for Care Leavers (TE4CL) Full time

    **Executive Director (Full Time Contractor)** Are you passionate about making positive change for underserved communities? Are you an organised whiz who is great at building and maintaining relationships? Do you have great time management and facilitation skills? Do you have the skills to effectively push for change to government policy and organisational...

  • Executive Assistant to Director

    7 months ago

    Auckland City, New Zealand International College of Auckland Limited Full time

    **The role will include, but not limited to**: - Mastering Director’s priorities and providing comprehensive administrative support to Director to ensuring efficient day to day operations. - Acting as the point of contact between Director and school colleagues. - Cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate effective communication...

  • Associate Client Director

    3 weeks ago

    Auckland City, New Zealand ASB Group Full time

    ASB Corporate Banking is the primary face to the market for all complex financing and relationship functions for the Bank's Corporate client segment. ASB Corporate Banking aspires to be the trusted advisor for the Bank's Corporate clients by being the go-to partner for advice and a champion for NZ business. As a team we are focused on growth and we are...

  • Centre Director

    2 months ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Bear Park Centre Of Learning Full time

    The role:Bear Park Remuera are looking for a qualified and experienced ECE leader to join us as our centre director. We believe the centre director's work is directly reflected in the passion, engagement and overall success of our teachers, the delight in our children and the strength in our whanau relationships. We are licensed for 120 children and offer...

  • Centre Director

    2 months ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Bear Park Centre Of Learning Full time

    The role: Bear Park Remuera are looking for a qualified and experienced ECE leader to join us as our centre director. We believe the centre director's work is directly reflected in the passion, engagement and overall success of our teachers, the delight in our children and the strength in our whānau relationships. We are licensed for 120 children and offer...

  • Centre director

    2 months ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Bear Park Centre of Learning Full time

    The role: Bear Park Remuera are looking for a qualified and experienced ECE leader to join us as our centre director. We believe the centre director's work is directly reflected in the passion, engagement and overall success of our teachers, the delight in our children and the strength in our whānau relationships. We are licensed for 120 children and offer...

  • Associate Client Director

    2 weeks ago

    Auckland, New Zealand This Is An It Support Group Full time

    ASB Corporate Banking is the primary face to the market for all complex financing and relationship functions for the Bank's Corporate client segment.ASB Corporate Banking aspires to be the trusted advisor for the Bank's Corporate clients by being the go-to partner for advice and a champion for NZ business. As a team, we are focused on growth and we are...

  • Centre director

    2 months ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Bear Park Centre of Learning Full time

    The role: Bear Park Remuera are looking for a qualified and experienced ECE leader to join us as our centre director. We believe the centre director's work is directly reflected in the passion, engagement and overall success of our teachers, the delight in our children and the strength in our whānau relationships. We are licensed for 120 children and offer...

  • Director of Faculty Finance

    4 days ago

    Auckland City, New Zealand University of Auckland Full time

    Company Description **Waipapa Taumata Rau| The University of Auckland** - The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s pre-eminent University, with a turnover in excess of $1.3bn, including research revenue of over $300m generated across eight diverse faculties and two research institutes. With over 6,000 staff and 45,000 students, the University of...

  • Director Of Public Health

    2 weeks ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Royal Australasian College Of Physicians Full time

    We're seeking a dedicated clinical leader in Public Health to provide expert guidance and strategic direction within the Public Health Agency and the wider Ministry of Health.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide public health clinical leadership and advice to the Deputy Director-General, Director-General of Health, and relevant Ministers, covering both public and...

  • Director Of Public Health

    2 weeks ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Royal Australasian College Of Physicians Full time

    We're seeking a dedicated clinical leader in Public Health to provide expert guidance and strategic direction within the Public Health Agency and the wider Ministry of Health. Key Responsibilities Provide public health clinical leadership and advice to the Deputy Director-General, Director-General of Health, and relevant Ministers, covering both public and...

  • Director Of Public Health

    4 weeks ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Ministry Of Health Full time

    Full timeMost senior public health officer and Medical Officer of Health for New ZealandStrong clinical population and public health expertise and leadership requiredAn opportunity to make a significant impact on public health in New Zealand, shaping a wide suite of policies and programs that promote improved health outcomes, equity and wellbeing. We are...

  • Associate Client Director

    2 weeks ago

    Auckland, New Zealand This is an IT support group Full time

    ASB Corporate Banking is the primary face to the market for all complex financing and relationship functions for the Bank's Corporate client segment. ASB Corporate Banking aspires to be the trusted advisor for the Bank's Corporate clients by being the go-to partner for advice and a champion for NZ business. As a team, we are focused on growth and we are...

  • Associate Client Director

    2 weeks ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Asb Bank Full time

    ASB Corporate Banking is the primary face to the market for all complex financing and relationship functions for the Bank's Corporate client segment.ASB Corporate Banking aspires to be the trusted advisor for the Bank's Corporate clients by being the go-to partner for advice and a champion for NZ business. As a team, we are focused on growth and we are...

  • Director of Public Health

    2 weeks ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Royal Australasian College of Physicians Full time

    We're seeking a dedicated clinical leader in Public Health to provide expert guidance and strategic direction within the Public Health Agency and the wider Ministry of Health. Key Responsibilities Provide public health clinical leadership and advice to the Deputy Director-General, Director-General of Health, and relevant Ministers, covering both public and...

  • Director Of Public Health

    3 weeks ago

    Auckland, New Zealand Ministry Of Health Full time

    Full time Most senior public health officer and Medical Officer of Health for New Zealand Strong clinical population and public health expertise and leadership required An opportunity to make a significant impact on public health in New Zealand, shaping a wide suite of policies and programs that promote improved health outcomes, equity and wellbeing. We are...