Group Manager Hauora Funding

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Group Manager Hauora Funding - Hauora Māori Service

• Full-time, permanent position
• Based in Wellington/Auckland

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

The Group Manager for Hauora Funding will lead the development and implementation of the national funding strategy for the Hauora Māori appropriation.  This role also leads a team focused on national funding priorities as well as monitoring and evaluating contracts and services that will contribute to improved Māori health outcomes.  The role works with Regional Group Managers for Funding and Planning to ensure the effective commissioning, procurement, contract management, and monitoring of providers.

About the Team/Service/ Location

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 strategic thinker and collaborative leader with proven experience in overseeing funding and/or planning functions within large, complex organisations. A confident and articulate communicator, you excel at engaging with and sustaining relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. You deeply value diversity and its role in shaping inclusive, effective solutions—particularly within a Māori cultural context—demonstrating strong cultural competence in tikanga, te reo Māori, and kawa.

You will have:

• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience, including leadership experience at a senior level
• Strong understanding of the Pae Ora Act, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and relevant health legislation
• Experience in leading significant programmes of work from development to implementation
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, with experience in the health sector considered an advantage

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 22 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Zerissa Ong on zerissa.ong@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz. 

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