Advisor, Te Waipounamu

7 days ago

Christchurch Central, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year
  • Christchurch based
  • Permanent, full time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

About the Role

The primary purpose of this role is to support the implementation of functional communication strategies across the organisation. This includes maintaining effective communication channels, distribution lists, events, and other tools that enable clear and consistent messaging. The role ensures that communication activities are well-coordinated and aligned with broader functional goals.

In addition, the role works collaboratively with others to help deliver the team's priorities and objectives. It also contributes to the continuous improvement of processes and practices within the team, helping to enhance efficiency, consistency, and overall impact.

About you

You'll bring up to three years of professional experience in communications, with a solid understanding of how to support the implementation of communication strategies. You're skilled in planning and execution, able to manage tasks effectively and see projects through to completion.

Building strong and effective relationships comes naturally to you, and you're confident in both written and verbal communication. You approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, think critically, and apply sound judgement to your work.

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

To apply please click "apply now."  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 2 November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Matt Kelly at

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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