COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR
We are looking for communications expertise to help us articulate key messages, tell our stories, and connect with our community and wider stakeholders as we deliver health and social services for the people of Hokianga. With a broad portfolio across internal and external communications activities we are open to considering two separate, part-time positions, as well as employment or contracting.
This is rewarding and fun mahi that is often fast paced and requires quick turnaround times. Key to the success will be regularly connecting with clinical leads and our community teams, developing guidelines for content, and populating an events calendar to support a planned approach to sharing our stories and highlighting key activities. The successful candidate will need excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex ideas across a range of audiences and platforms. Knowledge of, or the ability to develop understanding of the Hokianga community and our range of services along with proficiency in Microsoft applications, design tools such as Canva, social media and internet platforms is a must.
To find out more about this position visit SEEK or apply by sending your cover letter and CV to HR@hauorahokianga.org.nz
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Applications close 5:00pm Sunday 3rd May 2026
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Rural Registrar Placement: broaden your skillset through exposure to a wide variety of presentations working within a close-knit, supportive team. Rural Hospital – level 2 and Rural General Practice runs can be carried out in tandem over a 12-month placement.
Applicants must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand to practice as a Doctor in New Zealand. Accommodation provided.
NURSING OPPORTUNITIES
Registered Nurse: support a diverse range of patients across accident and emergency, acute inpatient, and hospital level residential care across a 24/7 shift roster.
Community Health Nurse: undertake a wide range of nursing duties in our rural community including district nursing, public health nursing, practice nursing, well child nursing and palliative care.
Nurse Practitioner: demonstrate nursing leadership and provide clinical advice, care, and education. Place whānau at the centre of care, exploring health and wellbeing concerns, preferences, health behaviours, attitudes and priorities using a Kaupapa Māori strengths-based approach.
Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years’ experience, however applications are welcome from new graduates. Previous experience in a rural setting or Māori health provider is desirable. You’ll need a current drivers license and practicing certificate, with the ability to pass a police background check.
HOW TO APPLY
To find out more or to apply for any of our vacancies, email our People and Capability team at: HR@hauorahokianga.org.nz