Posted 03 August, 2026
Administrator - Christchurch - NPHS
Health New Zealand
Christchurch, CAN, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
Make a difference for children and families through meaningful work in community health Salary based on the PSA Admin Collective Agreement Permanent, part-time 0.8FTE role based in Christchurch Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care. About the Role Our Administrators plays a vital role in supporting programmes delivered by the Public Health Nursing and Vision Hearing Service by providing high-quality administrative and coordination support. This role works closely with whānau, nurses, vision hearing technicians and community partners. The role manages appointments, maintains accurate records and databases, coordinates clinic logistics, and ensures families receive timely information and support. About the Service The National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored. About you You are a proactive and organised administrator who enjoys supporting people and making a difference in your community. You thrive in a busy environment, can juggle competing priorities, and take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality administrative support while building positive relationships with whānau, colleagues, and stakeholders. To succeed in this role, you will have: Proven administration and customer service experience Strong organisational, time management, and prioritisation skills Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Strong communication skills, a professional manner, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people A commitment to confidentiality, continuous improvement, and equitable health outcomes for Māori, Pacific peoples, and all communities Working for 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. Thursday, 06 August 2026. Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position. Job details Job Reference: Job Reference: HNZ/1936108 Location: South Island - Canterbury - Christchurch Job type: Expertise: Non-clinical - Public Health - Public Health #J-18808-Ljbffr