Administrator, Maternity Quality and Safety Programme

Administrator, Maternity Quality and Safety Programme

Permanent, Part-time (0.5 FTE)

Dunedin

Salary between $67,943 and $72,495, pro rata depending on experience

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

This is an opportunity to provide essential administrative support to the Maternity Quality and Safety Programme and help the team deliver positive outcomes for maternity services across the Southern district

The Maternity Quality and Safety Administrator provides flexible administrative support to the Maternity Quality and Safety Programme and its coordinators reporting to the District Chief Midwife.

This varied position includes:

• Providing timely, accurate and confidential administrative support
• Entering data, maintaining databases and preparing reports
• Collating and reviewing data to identify reporting discrepancies
• Coordinating programme communications, meetings, agendas and minutes
• Supporting the preparation of reports, presentations and meeting papers
• Arranging staff travel for events and training
• Processing purchase orders, invoices and receipting
• Responding to enquiries from colleagues, stakeholders and patients
• Maintaining electronic and paper filing systems
• Supporting service, system and workflow improvements
• Providing administrative cross-cover when required.

About you

You will be an adaptable and proactive administrator who works well with others, communicates clearly and takes pride in delivering accurate, professional support.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of NCEA Level 3 or an equivalent qualification
• At least two years' administrative experience
• Knowledge of office systems and procedures
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work effectively within a team and build positive relationships
• Respect for privacy and confidentiality when handling personal information
• Strong initiative, sound judgement and personal accountability
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its practical application.

Experience or knowledge of the health sector and clinical information systems would be advantageous.

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 diverse and inclusive workforce so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our communities. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online career's portal by Sunday 6 December 2026.

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