Vacancies On Medical Council of New Zealand

1 week ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**About the role - Korero mo te turanga**

The functions of responsible authorities are set out under section 118 of the HPCA Act, and more information about the Council is available on the Council's website. A copy of the Council's Terms of Reference is attached.

Being a member of the Council is rewarding and challenging. You will be committed to improving the health of New Zealanders, through contribution to the governance of the Council's legislative requirements.

Appointments to the Council are made by the Associate Minister of Health, typically for terms of three years. Members can be reappointed for up to nine consecutive years.

**About you - Korero mou**

The role requires significant preparatory reading and the analysis of detailed information. Experience with managing large volumes of information will be important.

**Under section 5 of the HPCA Act, Health practitioner** applicants must have a good understanding of the scope of practice, competencies and code of ethics or conduct. Preferred skills and attributes for health practitioner positions include:

- a current practising certificate
- extensive medical expertise
- medical education expertise
knowledge of the relevant legislation

We are also looking for a **physician associate**, preferred skills and attributes for this role will include:

- a core understanding of the physician associate profession, in both New Zealand and international contexts
- broad knowledge of the scopes of practice and qualifications required in overseas jurisdictions
governance regulation experience
- legal expertise
- a strong background in governance and regulation
- a strong consumer focus
knowledge and understanding of the Council's work

Members of a responsible authority council cannot be a members of the Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal due to the disciplinary function over health practitioners.

Applications must be made using the Ministry of Health online Career Centre by close of business **28 October** 2**025** and include:

- a completed declaration form (attached), and
- a covering letter, and
a current CV.

Due diligence checks will be undertaken for shortlisted applicants. Your personal information will be handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020. The Ministry may also request that the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service conduct national security screening of you as part of the appointment process.

The appointment process can be lengthy, taking up to six months. Your patience and professionalism as we work through the next steps is appreciated. The outcome of the recruitment process for the Council will be confirmed after it has been considered by the Cabinet Appointments and Honours Committee.

**Who we are - Ko wai matou**

See the Ministry of Health Board appointments webpage for more information.

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