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National Strategic Projects Lead

National Strategic Projects Lead

Healthcare of New ZealandWorkFromHome, Taranaki, New Zealand
8 hours ago
Job description

New Zealand Health Group (NZHG) is the nation's largest provider of in‑home and community healthcare, serving more than 30,000 people across Aotearoa.

We are values driven, dedicated to delivering culturally appropriate and safe care for all our people and their whānau. We are committed to contributing to our obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the pursuit of health equity for all.

New Zealand Health Group's values : Kai Whakaute - We act with Care, Respect and Empathy, Kai Huhuatanga - We strive for Excellence and Quality and Kai Whanaungatanga - We act in Partnership, are fundamental to everything we do.

Why us | He aha ai mātou?

Join us, as we are serious about our purpose of Pae Ora mō Tātau Katoa (Achieving Equitable Wellbeing for Everyone). We do this by delivering high‑quality, accessible and culturally safe services across Aotearoa. Jump on board our waka as we journey towards Pae Ora.

  • SubsidisedHealth Insurance
  • Partnership Discounts
  • Supportive and high knowledgeable team
  • Working with New Zealand's largest Healthcare Providers
  • Company laptop and mobile phone
  • Online learning platform
  • Can be based anywhere in Aotearoa!

The National Strategic Projects Lead provides leadership and supports service development activity for individual projects. This role works with other team members to scope, plan and provide support through the programme lifecycle. This includes supporting Director to coordinate, monitor and complete developmental work required to improve services.

This is a full‑time role working Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm based anywhere in Aotearoa.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

  • Lead programme and project management across our services, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and quality assurance standards.
  • Establish and maintain governance structures, programme plans, and reporting frameworks to support successful delivery.
  • Identify, assess, and manage risks, issues, and dependencies across multiple projects, including change control processes.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, government agencies, NGOs and other key stakeholders.
  • Champion Te Tiriti o Waitangi and embed te ao Māori into programme delivery, ensuring culturally responsive practices.
  • Drive business development and strategic growth, identifying new opportunities and contributing to service innovation.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop new service models and enhance outcomes in the health and disability sector.
  • Support emergency management and business continuity, participating in planning, training and testing activities.
  • Proven experience managing complex programmes using structured methodologies like Agile or Waterfall.
  • Ability to apply sound judgement, think ahead and provide strategic advice grounded in evidence and insight.
  • Executive‑Level Reporting – Skilled in preparing clear, strategic reports and business cases that inform and influence senior leadership decision‑making.
  • Skilled in coordinating resources and timelines across multiple workstreams to deliver outcomes efficiently.
  • Communicates effectively, values diversity and fosters a high‑performing, inclusive culture.
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate challenging conversations and build constructive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Senior public sector experience – Proven ability to collaborate with sector experts to develop innovative service models and secure new business opportunities within complex health and disability systems.
  • Applications Close

    Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview and applications will be reviewed as they are received, therefore the role may close early if the right applicant is found.

    Applicants for this position must be a NZ Resident / Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.

    Reference # 35303

    Posted on 06 Nov 2025

    Closes on 10 Nov : 00

    Location(s) Nationwide

    Expertise Administration, Procurement & Facilities Management, Marketing & Communications, Payroll, Finance, Health & Safety, Information Technology, Learning & Development, Management – Executive / Corporate Services, Human Resources, Project Management, Quality & Risk, Strategy & Business Development, Business Support Services

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