Public Health Medicine Specialist - Te Manawa Taki - NPHS

New Zealand Government

  • Waikato
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
  • Contribute to transforming the future of health in a rewarding role focused on making a difference and leading change
  • Permanent, Full-Time
  • Location: anywhere in the Te Manawa Taki Region
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleAs a Public Health Medicine Specialist, you will lead the delivery of public health services, collaborate with NPHS and wider health system colleagues to ensure high-quality public health work, and fulfil the responsibilities of a designated Medical Officer of Health. You will offer expert advice to support a cohesive, effective and equitable health system, aiming for improved population health outcomes.This is a permanent, full-time senior role covering within the Te Manawa Taki region of NPHS. The appointee will undertake their specialist/public health responsibilities and conduct themselves in all matters relating to their employment in accordance with best practice and the relevant ethical and professional standards and guidelines as determined by: Relevant College or Faculty of Public Health Medicine Health and Disability Commissioner.The purpose of this role is to provide clinical leadership across regional portfolios including quality, planning, policy and other portfolios as agreed and appropriate.The role will provide on call and on duty Medical Officer of Health and Public Health Medicine Specialist cover as required across Te Manawa Taki.About the Team/Service/ LocationThe National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.About youAs a Public Health Medicine Specialist, you understand the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are skilled in applying its principles effectively in your role. You build and maintain positive relationships at all levels, enhancing the quality and contributions of individuals and teams to achieve the organisations vision and goals. Driven and accountable, you are aware of your impact on others and are committed to continuously improving your leadership practice.
  • Relevant graduate (and post-graduate) qualifications – Extensive clinical experience and expertise in public health medicine, with appropriate tertiary level professional qualification
  • Be a registered medical practitioner with a current Annual Practising Certificate and vocational registration as a specialist medical practitioner in a relevant speciality (FNZCPHM, FAFPHM,) or similar
  • Must meet the requirements for designation as a Medical Officer of Health
  • Extensive specialised experience normally gained through professional qualifications and significant post graduate experience
  • Previous public sector and health sector experience
  • Demonstrated ability to work in complex organisations and with diverse stakeholders
  • Significant experience delivering on programmes of work in a complex environment
  • Significant experience developing, implementing, and integrating strategic plans and change
Working for Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Wednesday, 1 October 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha Pillay at

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