Professional Leader Podiatry

• Based at Te Toka Tumai (Auckland), Permanent Part-Time (20 hrs per week)
• Lead and inspire the podiatry workforce across Te Toka Tumai, Waitematā, and Te Tai Tokerau Districts.
• Drive professional governance, workforce development, and innovative models of care.
• Champion equity, Māori and Pacific health outcomes, and culturally responsive podiatry services.
• Shape the future of foot and lower limb health services, making a meaningful impact on communities.

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

The Professional Leader – Podiatry will provide strategic leadership for the podiatry workforce across Te Toka Tumai, Waitematā, and Te Tai Tokerau Districts, including oversight of Auckland Metro Region Community Podiatrists. This senior role shapes the future of podiatry services by driving clinical excellence, workforce development, and sustainable, equitable care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Professional & Clinical Leadership: Inspire the workforce, maintain high standards, and integrate podiatry across healthcare teams.
• Quality & Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve outcomes, reduce inequities, and strengthen Māori-led services.
• Operational & Strategic Leadership: Contribute to planning, workforce sustainability, and professional development strategies.
• Research & Innovation: Promote clinical research and evidence-based practice.
• Equity & Te Tiriti o Waitangi: Champion culturally responsive services and equitable health outcomes.

This role offers the chance to lead transformative change, develop the podiatry workforce, and make a lasting impact on communities across Aotearoa.

Please visit the position description here.

About the Team/Service

At Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to delivering safe, equitable, and high-quality healthcare across our Northern Region. The Podiatry team plays a vital role in improving foot and lower limb health, particularly for those at high risk. Our focus extends across hospital, community, and primary care services, working closely with Māori, Pacific, and underserved populations to eliminate health inequities.

As part of our collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you’ll join a team that values professional excellence, innovation, and culturally responsive care, while fostering leadership, learning, and workforce development at all levels.

About you

Essential:

• Relevant graduate and post-graduate qualifications in podiatry
• Current registration and practising certificate as a podiatrist in New Zealand
• Minimum 7 years’ relevant clinical experience
• Current driver’s license
• Experience implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
• Strong knowledge of current podiatry standards and professional governance

Desirable:

• Membership of a relevant professional body in New Zealand
• Master’s or higher qualifications
• Leadership and clinical supervision/education qualifications

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.