Advisor - Hauora Maori Practice & Improvement -Hauora Māori Service
20 hours ago
- Full-time, permanent position
- Work from any Health New Zealand office location nationwide
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 Advisor for Hauora Māori Practice and Improvement supports the Hauora Māori Practice and Improvement team in delivering its portfolios under the guidance of Senior and Principal Advisors. This role involves contributing to discussions with proposed solutions, leading and championing Pae Ora excellence in care, and promoting values-based leadership as part of the national Hauora Māori Service clinical team. Key responsibilities include improvement programmes, clinical governance support, quality and safety, system and service reviews, cultural safety and competency, system change, and models of care
About the Team/Service
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 Clinical team provides Māori clinical leadership and fosters strong collaboration with Hauora Māori Chief Clinical Officers, National Directors, and partners to drive health gain and development. Their role includes planning, oversight, and professional advice to enable a whole-of-system approach for high-quality care for Māori.
About you
You bring expertise in quality improvement frameworks, system processes, and clinical governance. Your strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in health ensures culturally responsive practice aligned with Māori health aspirations. Exceptional relationship-building skills, combined with experience in leading cross-sector initiatives, shaping policy, and driving system improvements, are essential for success in this role.
You will have:
- Experience in advisory or a related field with at least 2-3 years of experience in a similar role within a large organisation
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft key governance documents and materials
- Knowledge and practical experience in applying Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches
- Proven analytical skills and problem-solving skills, 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 26 November 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Zerissa Ong on
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected kaimahi (staff) will be given preference and priority for this position.
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