Head of Clinical Strategy and Delivery
About us:
We’re one of New Zealand’s leading aged care providers, operating across more than 40 sites and employing thousands of dedicated professionals. Our purpose is simple: to care for and empower our residents in environments where safety, respect, and wellbeing come first.
We’re on the hunt for a dynamic, visionary, and passionate clinical leader ready to take the helm as our Head of Clinical Strategy and Delivery. This is a bold opportunity to shape the future of aged care across New Zealand — transforming lives, championing cultural responsiveness, and driving excellence in clinical service delivery.
Flexible location
What you will do:
Set the Clinical Compass -You’ll lead the design and implementation of a forward-thinking national clinical strategy, ensuring our services are innovative, consistent, and aligned with national health reforms.
Inspire and Empower Regional Leaders - Mentor our Regional Clinical and Quality Managers, building capability and clinical influence across the motu. Your leadership will drive regionally responsive and nationally consistent care.
Uplift Quality & Governance - Be the guardian of clinical governance and continuous improvement. Streamline operations, elevate care quality, and embed excellence in every facility — all while meeting HealthCERT and MOH standards.
Champion Collaboration & Integration -Connect the dots between primary care, allied health, Māori and Pacific providers, and our internal teams. You’ll lead with heart and purpose to create seamless, culturally safe care experiences.
Drive Measurable Impact - Whether it's through improved audit results, resident satisfaction, or staff development, your work will drive real, measurable change.
About you:
· A Registered Health Professional (e.g. RN) with a current APC in NZ
· 8–10+ years of experience in clinical/aged care leadership
· Strategic prowess with national or multi-site oversight
· A master of change management, cultural competence, and regulatory excellence
· A true collaborator and inspiring leader, committed to Māori health equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Bonus points if you’ve got a postgrad qualification in Health Management, Gerontology, or Public Health!
Why Us:
· We’re big enough to offer scope and scale — yet nimble enough for your voice and impact to be seen immediately.
· Make a genuine difference in the lives of older New Zealanders
· Lead national clinical change with the full backing of executive leadership
· Work alongside passionate, values-driven professionals
· Enjoy a supportive culture that values equity, growth, and innovation
Join Us:
Submit an online application today by selecting the ‘Apply’ link
Heritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Following NZ Immigration requirements, we must first consider candidates that already hold the right to work in NZ for this role. Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role.