This is a time of pivotal transformation, where the contributions of this role will play a vital role in advancing our commitment to a more accessible, cohesive, and people-centered health system. Your work will be essential in enhancing the health and wellbeing of everyone in Aotearoa, and we invite you to seize the opportunity to be part of this important mission.At Health New Zealand Taranaki you will lead a team of high-performing, value driven kaimahi, who pride themselves on providing world-class care to our whanau and community with that distinctive Taranaki warmth.Te whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityAs the COO you will be responsible for delivering equitable, safe and effective hospital and specialist services. Alongside the Clinical Leadership team, you will support the delivery of the local, regional and national priorities as well as manage the resource allocations.Operationally you will provide leadership that builds high performing, outcome driven hospital and specialist service delivery systems that deliver on the expectations of Health New Zealand. You will have the opportunity to ensure that the experience of patients and their whanau drives how services are delivered.You will be a passionate leader with executive level track record of strategic leadership and operational excellence success, who thrives in collaborative environments. Your experience should include a strong background in healthcare leadership with a focus on delivering exceptional services.Extensive senior executive health sector experience in varied environments (approx. 10-15 years)Minimum 10 years Hospital or specialist service delivery experience at a senior levelProven experience successfully leading diverse teams through change and achieving improved resultsAdept at navigating complex challenges, driving continuous improvement, and achieving against a broad set of targetsA commitment to being a good Te Tiriti partner in all your actions. This includes an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the ability to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in this role.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to applyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click "APPLY NOW." For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal. If you have any questions about the role, please feel free to contact Tracey Sutherland, Senior Recruitment Consultant via ******. #J-18808-Ljbffr