Earn & Learn Programme Lead

• Location: Auckland City Hospital, Grafton
• Permanent, full-time role (Monday–Friday)
• Lead high-impact workforce development programmes across Hospital Operations
• Play a key role in shaping equitable healthcare outcomes in Aotearoa

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

Join Te Toka Tumai Auckland as the Earn and Learn Programme Lead, a key leadership role within Hospital Operations that will drive the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of workforce training programmes.

This role sits at the intersection of workforce strategy, education, and operational delivery. You will lead the coordination of multiple programmes, including Healthcare Assistants (HCA) Earn and Learn, Mental Health micro-credentials, and training across cleaning, orderly, and security services, ensuring they are delivered effectively, consistently, and in alignment with service needs.

You will work closely with clinical and operational leaders, education providers, and external partners to strengthen workforce capability and support positive outcomes for patients and whānau.

Please visit the position description here.

About the Team/Service

At Te Toka Tumai Auckland, we’re not just hiring — we’re building the future. Aotearoa’s health system is in an exciting period of transformation, underpinned by the vision of Pae Ora / Healthy Futures. Together, we’re creating a more equitable, accessible, and people-centred health system that works for everyone.

About you

You are a relationship-driven professional who can bring people together to deliver meaningful change. You combine strong programme delivery skills with the ability to influence, engage, and support others in achieving shared goals.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in programme management, coordination, or leadership, ideally within workforce development, training, or education
• Strong ability to manage multiple stakeholders across complex environments, building effective and enduring relationships
• Experience using data and insights to drive quality improvement and decision-making
• A commitment to equity and improving Māori health outcomes, with an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
• A proactive, collaborative approach, with the ability to lead, influence, and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment

Desirable:

• Experience within the healthcare, public sector, or vocational education/training environments
• Project or programme management qualification
• Postgraduate study in management or a related field
• Experience in systems improvement, change management, or strategic planning

About the location

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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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Belinda Peddie – belinda.peddie@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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