Build and lead regional Hauora Māori medical services with iwi partners

Regional Clinical Lead - Medical, Te Tai Tokerau Me Tāmaki Makaurau - Hauora Māori Service

Full-time, permanent position (part-time considered)

Based in Te Tai Tokerau me Tāmaki Makaurau | Northern Region

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 Regional Clinical Lead – Medical, you'll play a key role in shaping the delivery of Hauora Māori services. You'll provide clinical leadership and operational support to ensure services are grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and responsive to the needs of whānau.

Working in partnership with Iwi Māori Partnership Boards, iwi, Māori health providers, commissioning teams, and hospital and specialist services, you'll:

  • Help design and deliver whānau-centred models of care that reflect Māori values and aspirations
  • Strengthen connections across the whole system, not just within hospitals
  • Make sure medical services are integrated, culturally safe and clinically excellent
  • Focus care on the whānau with the highest health needs
  • Hold a regional or national portfolio shaped around your strengths, with the option to keep some of your time in clinical practice

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're a medical leader with a deep understanding of Māori health and a commitment to equity. You bring strategic insight, clinical expertise, and a collaborative spirit that strengthens partnerships and drives transformation.

You have experience leading regional medical services, fostering a culture of connectedness, continuous improvement, and high-quality care. You work in partnership with other clinical disciplines and operational leaders to deliver safe, integrated services that respond to what matters most to whānau.

You'll bring:

  • Medical Council registration and a current New Zealand practising certificate
  • A Professional Development Recognition Portfolio (PDRP)
  • At least 8 years of highly relevant experience including medical and advisory experience
  • Experience leading change or projects that give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
  • Credibility in building partnerships with iwi, hapū, and Māori communities and organisations

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 13 November 2026. 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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