Senior Advisor, Hospital & Specialist Services (HSS) Programme Implementation at Te Whatu Ora, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Permanent role based in Wellington.
• Develop high-quality advice that strengthens the approach and implementation of our programme.
• Ensure key objectives are supported by advice and analysis of work across New Zealand and in other jurisdictions.

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

As the Senior Advisor, you will work alongside the Programme Director, Programme Managers and Project Managers to support the HSS Implementation programme.

You will contribute to the development and implementation of the programme. A focus of the role is developing high-quality internal and external reports and advice, supporting effective programme management and senior decision-making. You will also prepare Government responses that effectively communicate the Programme.

About you

We're looking for someone who is passionate about health and contributing to a programme of work that makes a difference for people.

You will have experience with preparing advice and reports both internally and externally. You will be able to develop effective working relationships and actively contribute as a key team member to the development and implementation of the programme.

You will have:

• A relevant graduate and post-graduate qualification.
• Working knowledge of the Government Sector and the delivery of Government priorities.
• Experience in working with programmes that support service delivery improvement.

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 11:59PM Sunday 15 February 2026. For further information, please contact Nicole Rickard on Nicole.Rickard@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

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

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.