Midwife Specialist - Whānau ngā uri (Midwifery-Led Unit)

E hara taku toa i te toa takitahi engari he toa takitini 

The effort of a team’s success acknowledges the contribution and support of others.

• Opportunity to step into an environment performing primary assessments and birthing. 

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to practice primary midwifery. We provide whanau centred care, to hapu whanau in partnership with their LMC. The role will be based in the Midwifery-Lead Unit.

For further details, please refer to the position description here.

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

 For this role, we are looking for a senior midwife who has:

• A genuine desire to improve equity for whānau by eliminating barriers and bias that prevent whānau Māori engaging with Maternity services
• A well-rounded midwifery experience with a passion for primary birthing 
• Knowledgeable in working with and implementing Turanga Kaupapa in practice while embracing the Kaupapa of Te Toka Tumai

For more information about this role please contact Nora Bukateci (Charge Midwife) via NoraB@adhb.govt.nz

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 10^th of June 2025. If you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, or require information in an accessible format, please contact, Jeanine Taccad (Recruitment Consultant) via Jeanine.Taccad@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz to discuss how we can best support your application.

We’ll be reviewing applications and conducting interviews as they come in, so the position may close before the listed deadline. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.