Public Health Senior Advisor

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Written By Alinka Kowalewska

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Public Health Senior Advisor (0.5 FTE, Fixed Term to June 2027)

Te Wāhi Tiaki Tātou – Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Toa Rangatira
Porirua | Part time (0.5 FTE) | Fixed term

Kia hiwa rā!
We’re looking for a dynamic, equity-drivenPublic Health Senior Advisor to join our Te Wāhi Tiaki Tātou team on a fixed-term, part-time (0.5 FTE) basis — a role dedicated to advancing the wellbeing aspirations of Porirua whānau and giving life to our collective vision:

Porirua is the best place to raise a whānau.

If you’re passionate about transformative public health, grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and energised by community-led change, this is your opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This fixed-term position supports the next phase of our mahi, contributing population health strategies, guidance and insights to key initiatives informed by the Porirua Community Leaders Forum.

Working within an iwi-led environment, you’ll bring strong analytical capability, system-level thinking, and deep cultural responsiveness to guide decision-making across our programs and relationships.

Ngā kawenga | Key responsibilities

In this role, you will:

  • Provide strategic leadership across population health initiatives, using evidence, insights, and a systems approach to guide impactful action.

  • Design, analyse and present high-quality health data, insights, and evaluation findings.

  • Ensure Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, equity, and cultural safety remain central to all workstreams.

  • Build strong, enduring relationships that reflect Ngāti Toa values and support collective impact.

  • Lead and contribute to key workstreams, ensuring milestones, reporting, and compliance requirements are met.

  • Champion best practice, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Mōu | About you

We’re looking for someone who brings both technical excellence and heart. You will have:

  • A medical degree (MBChB or equivalent) and a Master’s in Public Health.

  • Strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, health equity, and impacts of colonisation.

  • Experience in health data analysis, interpretation, and evaluation.

  • Proven ability to communicate complex issues clearly to diverse audiences.

  • Skill in building collaborative relationships and working from a position of influence rather than control.

  • Ability to work within Te Ao Māori environments with sensitivity and cultural competence.

  • Full driver’s licence.

He aha ai koe mā mātou? | Why you’ll love working with us

At Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Toa Rangatira, you’ll be part of an iwi organisation with bold aspirations, strong values, and a deep commitment to uplifting whānau. You’ll join a supportive, passionate team working at the cutting edge of kaupapa Māori, community-led population health.

We offer:

  • A values-based workplace grounded in tikanga and whanaungatanga

  • Opportunities to contribute to innovative, locally led change

  • A role where your expertise directly shapes improved outcomes for whānau

  • A chance to be part of Porirua’s future in a meaningful, hands-on way

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to be part of transformative mahi that truly matters - we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply through our vacancies page with your CV and cover letter.

This is a fixed-term role till 30 June 2027, 0.5 FTE position.
Applications close: 03 August 2026
For enquiries: Jodi Watene 0212885688

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