[ref. j1415222] Health Promotion Coordinator - Hawera
Do you thrive in outreach and coordination roles that truly make a difference?
We are seeking a dedicated Health Promotion Coordinator to join our team for a 12-month fixed-term role, from July 2025 to June 2026, working 20 hours per week Monday to Friday.
About Us:Ngati Ruanui Tahua Limited is a kaupapa Maori whanau ora service provider based in South Taranaki. We offer a holistic approach to healthcare and community wellbeing, through services including primary care, whanau ora, social and education services, kohanga reo, and community outreach.
This role is part of our ongoing commitment to improving health outcomes and access for Maori and Pacific communities.
About the Role:As the Health Promotion Coordinator, you’ll lead the delivery of impactful health promotion initiatives with a strong focus on the BreastScreen Aotearoa (BSA) programme and Rheumatic Fever prevention. This includes planning, coordinating and delivering culturally responsive outreach and education within the South Taranaki community.
This role also has a health coach lens, empowering whanau to engage in early screening and preventative care through accessible, respectful and meaningful engagement.
Key Responsibilities:- Coordinate and administer BSA outreach services in alignment with Ministry of Health guidelines.
- Deliver six BSA engagement events within the year, targeting Maori and Pacific wahine.
- Facilitate Rheumatic Fever awareness campaigns across schools, marae and community settings.
- Maintain accurate records and submit timely progress reports.
- Apply a strong equity focus, embedding tikanga Maori in the mahi.
- Build effective relationships with local providers, GPs, Kura kaupapa, Iwi, and NGOs.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience in public health, health promotion or a related community outreach role.
- A strong commitment to Maori health equity and whanau-centred practice.
- Cultural competency and confidence engaging with Maori and Pacific communities.
- Strong facilitation, coordination and documentation skills.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
Lived or professional experience working with Maori or Pacific communities will be highly valued.
What We Offer:- Competitive remuneration.
- A flexible and supportive working environment.
- A chance to coordinate and lead meaningful initiatives that create real impact in the community.
- Work with a passionate, kaupapa Maori organisation committed to whanau wellbeing.
Email your CV and cover letter to hradmin@safebusiness.co.nz.
For a copy of the Position Description, email: hradmin@safebusiness.co.nz
Applications will be reviewed and considered as they are received.
Applications close: 5:00pm, Friday 11 July 2025