National Nursing Programme Lead - Remote

Te Whatu Ora; New Zealand; Remote; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora invites a senior nursing leader to join as Programme Manager, delivering priority national nursing programmes and shaping a national career framework. You will provide trusted clinical, operational and strategic advice to the National Chief Nurse and partner with workforce colleagues and education providers.

The role spans translating policy into practical solutions, building wide relationships, and ensuring programmes are evidence-informed and aligned with Te

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with a practising certificate.
• At least five years' senior nursing leadership and operational management experience within complex health services.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification at master's level in nursing, health management or leadership.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex programmes, service change or implementation across multiple teams or organisations.
• Proven ability to build partnerships and influence senior clinical, operational and workforce leaders.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into clear advice.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity, cultural safety and the development of the nursing workforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of priority national nursing programmes.
• Co-design, develop and implement a national nursing career framework.
• Translate national policy into practical solutions across health services.
• Build strong relationships across organisations and influence at a national level.
• Ensure programmes are evidence-informed and aligned with clinical realities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in nursing or health management or leadership

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora invites a senior nursing leader to join as Programme Manager, delivering priority national nursing programmes and shaping a national career framework. You will provide trusted clinical, operational and strategic advice to the National Chief Nurse and partner with workforce colleagues and education providers.

The role spans translating policy into practical solutions, building wide relationships, and ensuring programmes are evidence-informed and aligned with Te