Principal Portfolio Lead, Alcohol Levy - Performance & Funding - Hauora Māori Service at Te Whatu Ora, All Locations

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• 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 Principal Portfolio Lead – Alcohol Levy supports the Senior Responsible Officer in leading the national Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) work programme. It involves designing, coordinating, and delivering initiatives aligned with the FASD Action Plan and national priorities. The position provides specialist expertise and strategic advice on prevention, diagnosis, and support, while driving quality assurance, consistency, and capability through mentoring, cross-sector collaboration, and continuous improvement.

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 devolution of resources and decision making to the regions ensures those closest to service users and whānau are involved in decisions on how healthcare is delivered. We are committed to ensuring our operating model is responsive to the needs of Māori. 

About you

You bring extensive knowledge of FASD and related areas, including prevention, diagnosis, and support strategies. With a strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, you work collaboratively with government agencies, NGOs, clinicians, and community organisations. Familiarity with frameworks for monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement is highly desirable.

You will have:

• Experience in health, law, or social work field with at least 8 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 9 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Zerissa Ong on zerissa.ong@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected kaimahi (staff) will be given preference and priority for this position.