Chief Operating Officer

3 weeks ago

New Plymouth, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

This is a time of pivotal transformation, where the contributions of this role will play a vital role in advancing our commitment to a more accessible, cohesive, and people-centered health system. Your work will be essential in enhancing the health and wellbeing of everyone in Aotearoa, and we invite you to seize the opportunity to be part of this important mission.
Taranaki offers a unique blend of urban and country living. The region is renowned for the majestic Mount Taranaki, pristine beaches and vibrant art scene. You can surf in the morning, ski in the afternoon and enjoy an award-winning dinner experience at one of the top restaurants in the evening.

At Health New Zealand Taranaki you will lead a team of high-performing, value driven kaimahi, who pride themselves on providing world-class care to our whānau and community with that distinctive Taranaki warmth.

**Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity**

As the COO you will be responsible for delivering equitable, safe and effective hospital and specialist services. Alongside the Clinical Leadership team, you will support the delivery of the local, regional and national priorities as well as manage the resource allocations.

Operationally you will provide leadership that builds high performing, outcome driven hospital and specialist service delivery systems that deliver on the expectations of Health New Zealand. You will have the opportunity to ensure that the experience of patients and their whānau drives how services are delivered.

**Mōu | About you**

You will be a passionate leader with executive level track record of strategic leadership and operational excellence success, who thrives in collaborative environments. Your experience should include a strong background in healthcare leadership with a focus on delivering exceptional services.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**
- Extensive senior executive health sector experience in varied environments (approx. 10-15 years)
- Minimum 10 years Hospital or specialist service delivery experience at a senior level
- Proven experience successfully leading diverse teams through change and achieving improved results
- Adept at navigating complex challenges, driving continuous improvement, and achieving against a broad set of targets

**Ka kawea e koe | You will bring**:
**Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai |Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion***

Our name, Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness.' Whatu is the combining of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

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