Job Description
On offer is the opportunity to make a positive impact in an organisation that makes a difference to people's lives
Full time, permanent opportunity
Location: Counties Manukau
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
As an Advisor (Mental Health and Community Health), Population Health, you will be responsible for providing planning, implementation support and advice to enable a strong Smokefree focus in Mental Health and Community Health settings. The position has a particular focus on:
enabling and building capacity within Mental Health and Community Health settings to achieve and sustain the Smokefree ABC, and to improve the rate of cessation support by coordinating implementation of the Mental Health and Community Health Smokefree plans.
reducing the persistent population health inequities that are associated with high smoking prevalence rates in Counties Manukau by taking a population health and holistic wellbeing approach that is responsive and client/ whanau-led
This position is a permanent full-time role which will also manage a small caseload as part of Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau stop smoking service and will be responsible for providing evidence-based smoking cessation support and addressing holistic wellbeing needs (integrating with wraparound support services) for clients in the Mental Health and Community Health setting that are referred to the Smokefree Service.
About the Team/Service/ Location
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 experienced in population health, health education, or a similar, with a passion for smoking cessation and holistic wellbeing. You have experience of working with groups and/ or individuals in an education/advisory role in a health care setting. You are an excellent communicator who can build relationships with ease.
Recognised Health degree
Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action
Experience working with people in a caring or supporting role
Knowledge of smokefree issues and their relation to individual, whānau and population health
Clean NZ Driver Licence
Willingness to travel across the region
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.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Friday, 27 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha Pillay at Anesha.Pillay@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
Full time, permanent opportunity
Location: Counties Manukau
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
As an Advisor (Mental Health and Community Health), Population Health, you will be responsible for providing planning, implementation support and advice to enable a strong Smokefree focus in Mental Health and Community Health settings. The position has a particular focus on:
enabling and building capacity within Mental Health and Community Health settings to achieve and sustain the Smokefree ABC, and to improve the rate of cessation support by coordinating implementation of the Mental Health and Community Health Smokefree plans.
reducing the persistent population health inequities that are associated with high smoking prevalence rates in Counties Manukau by taking a population health and holistic wellbeing approach that is responsive and client/ whanau-led
This position is a permanent full-time role which will also manage a small caseload as part of Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau stop smoking service and will be responsible for providing evidence-based smoking cessation support and addressing holistic wellbeing needs (integrating with wraparound support services) for clients in the Mental Health and Community Health setting that are referred to the Smokefree Service.
About the Team/Service/ Location
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 experienced in population health, health education, or a similar, with a passion for smoking cessation and holistic wellbeing. You have experience of working with groups and/ or individuals in an education/advisory role in a health care setting. You are an excellent communicator who can build relationships with ease.
Recognised Health degree
Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action
Experience working with people in a caring or supporting role
Knowledge of smokefree issues and their relation to individual, whānau and population health
Clean NZ Driver Licence
Willingness to travel across the region
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.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Friday, 27 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha Pillay at Anesha.Pillay@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Advisor Population Health position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Manukau City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
