Based in beautiful Whanganui Te Oranganui is a kaupapa Māori organisation who offers a range of health and wellbeing services for whānau in the Whanganui region and surrounding districts. 

Te Waipuna Health is the General Practice arm with an enrolled population of 5,300 spread across two Practices. As a low-cost access health centre, we offer a newly refurbished Practice in a supportive and flexible environment.  

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About the role:

The Kaihautū - Service Manager will lead the Primary Care and medical services for Te Waipuna Health to enhance health outcomes for both enrolled and non-enrolled whānau of Te Oranganui. Oversee the administrative and business functions of the health centers. This role also works alongside the Mātaiawa - General Manager Primary Care to implement the strategic direction of the organisation across Primary Care and health services.

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Staff responsibility includes Primary Health & Medical Service staff including General Practitioners, Registered Nurses and Practice Administration staff, Community Nursing team, Te Tairanga Ora and Nga Taura Tuhono team.

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About you:

The Kaihautū - Service Manager position demands discretion, diplomacy and good judgement. The role includes implementation and management of quality office systems and development and management of sound administrative practices as agreed with the Chief Executive. This role is one of a number of managers that make up the Senior Management team of the organisation.

The ideal applicant will meet the following criteria:

• Health related or business management qualification (Level 6 or higher) 

• A minimum of 5 years in a similar leadership role

• Experience of managing a team, including the development and training of staff

• Experience of reporting and monitoring to tight deadlines and within budget

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Please include:

• Covering letter

• Up to date CV