Coordinator

Join our System Performance and Innovation (SPI) team and play a key role in supporting national work programmes that shape the health sector.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and proactive Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong relationships across diverse stakeholders.

You'll be at the heart of operational delivery, ensuring processes run smoothly and projects are delivered to a high standard.

Ko tou ake mahi - What you'll do

• Support project delivery - Assist with planning and implementation using standard project methodologies.
• Manage coordination tasks - Maintain project plans, schedules, risks, budgets, and respond to information requests on behalf of the SPI Manager and team.
• Organise and facilitate meetings - Prepare papers, take minutes, and engage with stakeholders to ensure seamless communication.
• Provide high-quality administrative support - From document distribution and reporting to travel arrangements and procurement assistance.
• Build strong relationships - Collaborate across the Agency, Ministry, health sector, government, and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals.

Ko nga pukenga ou - What you'll bring

• Proven experience in administrative or coordination roles
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills
• Confidence using digital tools and Microsoft Office Suite
• A collaborative spirit and a commitment to continuous improvement
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a passion for equity

Ko wai matou - About us Te Aho o Te Kahu | Cancer Control Agency was established in

• to provide national leadership and oversight for cancer control.

The agency has a key role in driving the system change needed to achieve the ambitious goals set out in the New Zealand Cancer Action Plan

The System Performance and Innovation (SPI) team works alongside other agency staff with the goal of ensuring that Aotearoa, New Zealand has high-quality, evidence-based cancer prevention, diagnostic and treatment services that reflect the needs and values of patients and their whanau.

Join Te Aho o Te Kahu - Nga turanga e watea ana Working at Te Aho o Te Kahu is inspiring, meaningful and rewarding.

The Agency provides an incredible opportunity to work alongside other passionate individuals in leading efforts to drive the changes required to improve cancer outcomes for all New Zealanders.

Our Vision To Tatou Whainga

• Fewer cancers Kia whakaiti iho te mate pukupuku
• Better survival Kia runga noa ake te mataora
• Equity for all Kia taurite nga huanga

For more information see our website / Me pehea te tono mai - How to apply Applications close at midnight on Wednesday 19th November

Please note - the successful candidate will need to be based in Wellington.

To view the position description, please click here.

To apply, please follow the online process at our Careers Website.

Please ensure you upload a CV and covering letter with all applications.

If you have any questions, email the recruitment team at

We are reviewing applications as they come in and interviews may take place during the advertising period.

Please note if we receive a high number of applications this job may close prior to the closing date.

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