Developmental Coordinator, Module 4 Ambulatory Paediatrics

New Zealand Government Joba; Auckland; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Health NZ Counties Manukau invites applications for a Developmental Coordinator in the Kidz First Ambulatory Care team at Manukau Health Park. This is a part-time 0.6 FTE role, Monday to Friday, focused on supporting tamariki and whānau to thrive through coordinated developmental care.

You will coordinate assessments across multiple agencies, gather information, and help families navigate referrals to shape personalised development plans, all while modelling culturally safe practice and

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Nurse with Annual Practising Certificate (APC) is required.
• 5+ years post-registration experience in NZ.
• Recent knowledge in child development.
• Experience in care coordination.
• Clean NZ driver's licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate developmental care by gathering information from multiple agencies and supporting diagnostic and intervention processes.
• Support whaanau to understand referral pathways, participate in planning, and maintain their child’s developmental plan.
• Facilitate multidisciplinary care, including scheduling assessments and liaising with providers.
• Contribute to service quality through audits, feedback, and policy development.
• Build partnerships with community organisations and education providers.

Skills

Care coordination

Child development knowledge

Clinical nursing

Education

NZ Registered Nurse with APC

Job description

Developmental Coordinator Kidz First Ambulatory Care Manukau Health Park, Part Time Permanent Role (0.6 FTE) Enhance nursing practice and support growth Monday-Friday

Our Organisation

Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region. Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park. We are part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealands national health service. HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. 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 Maaori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

The Role

Are you passionate about supporting tamariki and whaanau to thrive? Do you bring clinical expertise, strong coordination skills, and a commitment to health equity? Join our Kidz First Ambulatory Team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with developmental needs. As a Developmental Coordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring seamless, whaanaucentred care from referral through to intervention. You will coordinate assessments, gather information, support families to navigate the system, and help shape developmental plans that reflect each child's unique needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate developmental care by gathering information from multiple agencies and supporting diagnostic and intervention processes.
• Support whaanau to understand referral pathways, participate in planning, and maintain their childs developmental plan.
• Facilitate multidisciplinary care, including scheduling assessments, liaising with internal and external providers, and ensuring smooth transitions between services.
• Contribute to service quality, including audits, feedback processes, and policy development.
• Build strong partnerships with community agencies, education providers, NGOs, and disability support organisations.
• Model culturally safe practice and uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

About You

• NZ Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• 5+ years relevant experience in NZ (post registration)
• Recent experience and knowledge relevant to child development
• Experience in care coordination
• Clean and full NZ drivers licence

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

Application Closes: 20 October 2026