Regional Hub Manager Enhanced Access - Planning, Funding & Outcomesat Te Whatu Ora -

Permanent Full

• time role based in Te WaipounamuLead system change
• shape how services are delivered across the regionMake a tangible difference
• improve access to life-saving cancer careHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care, in line with the Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Act and our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.We know that health inequities impact certain populations more than others, and that Māori organisations in the design and delivery of health services.About the RoleThis is a rare opportunity to lead a transformative initiative that will directly improve access to cancer care for communities across Aotearoa.As the Enhanced Access Hub Manager, you will play a critical role in delivering the Government's Increasing Access to Medicines Initiative—expanding access to cancer treatments and bringing care closer to home.

Working at the intersection of strategy and delivery, you'll help establish and lead a regional hub that improves access to systemic anticancer therapy (SACT) and community-referred radiology services.During the establishment phase, you'll work closely with national and regional leaders to design and implement a consistent, high-quality service model.

Once embedded, you'll transition into ongoing system leadership—driving service improvement, strengthening provider networks, and identifying opportunities to expand access for those who need it most.This is a highly collaborative role where you'll partner with clinical teams, providers, and communities to co-design services that are equitable, responsive, and whānau-centred.

Your work will directly contribute to achieving national cancer targets and reducing barriers to care for Māori, Pacific peoples, Tāngata Whaikaha, and rural communities.You will embed Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations and an equity approach across governance, commissioning, service design and performance monitoring, ensuring Māori leadership and lived experience inform decisions, and that interventions are targeted to reduce inequities in access and outcomes.Te Tiriti o Waitangi and EquityPartner with iwi, hapū, Māori providers and Māori health teams to support shared priorities and Māori-led solutions.Apply an equity lens to planning, implementation and evaluation (including use of equity impact assessment where appropriate)Use data and insights to identify barriers and focus effort on groups experiencing inequitable access particularly Māori, Pacific peoples, Tāngata Whaikaha and rural communitiesBuild capability across the network so equity commitments translate into practice and measurable improvementAbout the TeamYou'll be part of a forward-thinking regional team within Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, working closely with national leads and other regional hubs.

The team is committed to delivering equitable health outcomes and building a more connected, accessible health system.This is a dynamic and purpose-driven environment where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are highly valued.About youYou're an experienced and values-driven leader who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about improving access to care.

You bring a strong mix of programme delivery, stakeholder engagement, and system thinking.You will bring:A relevant qualification in health, social sciences, or managementProven experience upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice, including partnering with Māori and supporting Māori leadership in service design and delivery3-5+ years' experience leading operational services, programmes, or change initiativesStrong project or programme management capabilityExperience delivering complex change in large or multi-stakeholder environmentsProven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships across diverse stakeholdersExperience using consumer and whānau insights to inform service designDemonstrated ability to set, measure and deliver improvements in equity of access and outcomes (e.g.

nursing, social work)Experience in the health or government sectorKnowledge of equity frameworks or equity impact assessmentsWorking at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

• healthy futures of whānau, communities and all people of Aotearoa.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our communities, and we expect culturally safe, accessible practice in everything we do.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.