Stakeholder Lead - RDSS - National at Te Whatu Ora, All Locations

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Parental Leave Cover (Fixed term)
• Aotearoa – all Health NZ locations
• Full-time or part-time considered

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

This is a fixed‑term role, covering parental leave for up to 12 months starting in August 2026. The appointment may conclude earlier depending on the substantive role holder's return.

This role offers an excellent development opportunity for someone looking to broaden their experience at a national level and gain exposure to the medical workforce environment within a complex health system.

Working closely with the Group Manager and the wider RDSS team, you will support and contribute to stakeholder and programme initiatives that strengthen RMO training, education and employment pathways. The role provides hands‑on experience in national programme delivery, stakeholder engagement, and cross‑system collaboration, with appropriate guidance, mentoring and support.

Key focus areas include:

• Supporting relationships with external and internal stakeholders involved in RMO training and employment
• Contributing to RDSS projects and initiatives that improve training pathways and workforce sustainability
• Assisting with coordination, communication, and delivery of agreed work programmes
• Bringing together insights from stakeholders and RMOs to inform continuous improvement

This role would suit someone ready for a step‑up or stretch opportunity, including applicants from advisory, project, workforce, education or health system roles

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Resident Doctors Support Service (RDSS) supports the efficient delivery of a well-trained medical workforce for today and into the future. Our small national team works closely with a strong network of local Resident Medical Officer (RMO) units to support resident doctors throughout their training, education and employment journey.

About you

You will bring:

• Clear, confident communication skills and an ability to contribute thoughtfully in professional settings
• A proactive, organised approach with the ability to analyse information and identify practical next steps
• Comfort working in evolving environments, with the ability to seek guidance and support when needed
• A commitment to developing your capability, including growing confidence in te ao Māori, tikanga, and equity‑focused practice

We are interested in candidates who can demonstrate many of the following:

• Knowledge of, or strong interest in, the resident doctor, medical workforce or wider health sector environment
• Experience supporting stakeholder engagement, project or programme delivery in complex organisations
• Ability to build constructive working relationships and learn from a range of stakeholders
• Experience contributing to planning, coordination, reporting or implementation activities
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity principles, with a commitment to ongoing learning and application

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, 31 May 2026.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact Emma Foster at Emma.Foster@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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