Maternity Quality and Safety Coordinator

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Maternity Service
• Permanent, up to 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE)

• Rewarding Career – The opportunity to join a team committed to improved health outcomes for both women and babies.
• Regular working hours – Monday-Friday 08.00-16.30. Enjoy your evenings and weekends free
• Career Advancement – support for ongoing professional development

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

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and committed to delivering safe, equitable, and high-quality maternity care for all māma, pēpi, and whānau.

We’re proud to be part of the nationally led Maternity Quality and Safety Programme (MQSP) - a cornerstone of continuous improvement in maternity services across Aotearoa.

We’re seeking a passionate and experienced midwife to lead the coordination of the MQSP in Te Matau a Māui Hawke’s Bay.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our efforts to improve outcomes for māma, pēpi, and whānau. You’ll work collaboratively with clinical teams, consumer representatives, and national stakeholders to deliver evidence-based improvements, drive innovation, and ensure our services reflect the needs of our community.

You’ll also lead clinical audits, produce the annual clinical report, and support the implementation of quality and safety initiatives across the maternity service.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You’ll be based in the Maternity Service at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Memorial Hospital, working closely with the Chief Midwife, Te Kaihaukura Māori Midwife Lead, midwifery teams, consumer representatives, and wider clinical and support staff.

Our service is guided by Te Mauri o Rongo and the Hau Te Kura review, which emphasises culturally safe, whānau-centred care and equity for Māori and Pasifika.

This is a collaborative, values-driven environment where your leadership will help shape the future of maternity care in Te Matau a Māui.

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About you

You’re a registered midwife with a strong background in clinical practice and a passion for improving maternity outcomes. You’ll bring:

• A current New Zealand Midwifery Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• At least 5 years of relevant midwifery experience.
• A postgraduate qualification or study in a relevant field (e.g., quality improvement, leadership, public health).
• Proven skills in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and clinical governance.
• Confidence in interpreting data, writing reports, and leading audits.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally safe practice.
• Desired: Knowledge of the health sector’s political and legislative landscape, and experience leading teams within the sector.

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 review the position profile, click HERE 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 Dawn Tyler via email on dawn.tyler@hbdhb.govt.nz

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