Clinical Programme Manager - Northern - Hauora Māori Service at Te Whatu Ora, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Full time, fixed term position (12 months)
• Based in Northern | Te Tai Tokerau me Tāmaki Makaurau​

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 Clinical Programme Manager role is responsible for providing programme and project management and coordination support to the Regional Group Manager, Clinical, as well as the regional leadership team, while undertaking additional tasks as required. The Clinical Programme Manager works closely with regional clinical leads to ensure programmes are delivered on time, achieve their intended outcomes, and consistently meet or exceed quality standards.

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 are a highly experienced clinical professional with deep expertise in the health sector, particularly within Mental Health and Addiction and/or Allied Health Scientific & Technical fields. You are a confident communicator and trusted advisor, experienced in leading projects, mentoring others, and building meaningful partnerships across diverse stakeholders, including Māori and high-needs populations. You thrive in complex environments, providing sound judgement, clinical oversight, and strategic guidance to ensure high-quality service delivery.

You will have:

• Strong clinical experience (8+ years) within the health sector supported by a relevant qualification and current practising certificate
• Proven commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, with experience applying Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches in practice
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including leading projects, mentoring others, and providing clinical oversight to ensure quality and best practice
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to develop governance materials and provide clear professional advice
• Strong relationship-building, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to operate effectively in complex health system environments

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 4 September 2026 (Deadline extended). We will commence interviews as suitable candidates are identified, before the advertisement closing date.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact Zerissa Ong on zerissa.ong@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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