Regional Clinical Lead, Midwifery - Hauora Māori Service (New Zealand)
Full-time, permanent position
Four roles, one based in each region
Te Manawa Taki, Midland Region
Te Ikaroa, Central Region
Te Waipounamu, South Island
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 Role
As Regional Clinical Lead – Midwifery, you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of Hauora Māori services. You'll oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring services are clinically sound, culturally anchored, and aligned with Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
You'll work closely with planning and funding teams, hospital services, and Māori health providers to support integrated, flexible models of maternity care that reflect what matters most to whānau.
Your leadership will influence:
Regional midwifery service delivery and clinical excellence
Integration of Māori models of maternity care
Strong partnerships across clinical disciplines and operational teams
About the Team/Service
The Hauora Māori Service within Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is a driving force for equity and excellence. Our regionalised model ensures decisions are made close to whānau, empowering communities and improving access to care. By devolving resources and decision-making to the regions, we ensure those closest to service users are shaping how healthcare is delivered. We are committed to a system that is responsive to Māori aspirations and grounded in Te Ao Māori.
About You
You're a midwifery leader with a deep understanding of Māori health and a commitment to equity. You bring strategic insight, operational experience, and a collaborative spirit that strengthens partnerships and drives transformation.
You'll bring:
A current Annual Practising Certificate with Te Tatau o te Whare Kahu | Midwifery Council of NZ
A Professional Development Recognition Portfolio (PDRP)
8+ years of senior leadership and advisory experience
Proven Māori leadership experience and the ability to influence senior decision-makers
You'll work closely with other Regional Clinical Leads – Midwifery across the motu and collaborate with the Chief Midwifery Officer, Hauora Māori Service to improve outcomes for Māori.
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.
Why Join Us?
At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we're building a health system that reflects the communities we serve. We value diversity and welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
Applications close: 12 September 2025
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Zerissa Ong on zerissa.ong@tewhatuora.govt.nz
