Public Health Lead

Full-time, fixed-term until June 2027 | Henderson | Start in the New Year

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

Hāpai Te Hauora is Aotearoa’s leading Māori public health organisation. Our kaupapa -Oranga Tangata, Oranga Whenua- recognises that the wellbeing of people and the whenua are inseparable.

We’re seeking a passionate Kaupapa Māori Public Health Lead to guide Māori-led public health initiatives across Aotearoa.

In this full-time role based in Henderson, you’ll help ensure kaupapa Māori principles are woven through all of Hāpai’s policy, evidence, advocacy, and community mahi.

You’ll connect people, knowledge, and kaupapa - linking Māori worldviews, research, and policy to shape meaningful, system-wide change.

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys both hands‑on mahi and leading others, who thrives in a collaborative, kaupapa Māori environment.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Lead kaupapa Māori integration across public health policy, research, and advocacy.
• Strengthen engagement with iwi, hapū, Māori providers, and community partners.
• Support campaigns and communications that amplify Māori voices.
• Develop and contribute to policy, submissions, and systems‑change projects.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

Ko wai mātou | About Hāpai

Hāpai Te Hauora is a kaupapa Māori public health organisation guided by whanaungatanga, cultural integrity, and collective accountability.

When you join Hāpai, you’ll be part of a whānau that :

Me tono mai | Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead kaupapa Māori public health mahi that uplifts whānau, hapū, and iwi – we’d love to hear from you.

Interviews will be taking place shortly with the successful candidate starting in the New Year.

All applicants must have NZ residency or a valid work visa.

We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

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