• Programme Manager – National Bowel Screening Programme (NBSP)
• Palmerston North Hospital | Permanent Part Time (0.8 - 0.9 FTE)

Benefits

• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
• A professional and supportive culture and team setting
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Tailored wellness programmes

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As Programme Manager – National Bowel Screening Programme, you will lead the operational delivery, performance, and quality of the NBSP within the Regional Cancer Treatment Service portfolio. This is an opportunity to drive service development, strengthen system performance, and ensure the programme delivers equitable health outcomes across the region.

In this role, you will work closely with clinical leaders, primary care, and national stakeholders while ensuring compliance with national standards and governance frameworks. You will also champion equity-focused initiatives and lead continuous improvement to enhance screening participation and outcomes.

About you

As an experienced health leader, you will bring:

• Proven experience in health service leadership or programme delivery
• Strong understanding of population health, screening programmes, or complex health systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and deliver results
• Experience working with Māori, Pacific, and diverse communities
• Commitment to equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Relevant postgraduate qualification (or working towards)

About the Team/Service

The role sits within the Regional Cancer Treatment Service, working alongside multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality cancer screening and early detection services across MidCentral.

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.

About the Location

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here

Working at Health New Zealand

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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Maria Armstrong <Maria.Armstrong@midcentraldhb.govt.nz>

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.