Practice Manager – Te Aranga Clinic
As we step into a new chapter of growth, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Practice Manager to lead the team at Te Aranga Clinic. This is not a typical general practice!
As part of a kaupapa Māori organisation, we work alongside wrap-around social services to support predominantly high-needs whānau — addressing the whole person, not just presenting symptoms.
About the organisation
He Waka Tapu is a Kaupapa Māori organisation who work to increase the health and wellbeing of whānau.
Our onsite GP clinic, Te Aranga Health, supports our community by providing accessible general practice services.
About the role
The successful applicant will play a key leadership role in the day-to-day operations of our service.
This is an exciting time of growth and change, and you will work closely with the Te Aranga Operations Manager to guide kaimahi through this journey, while ensuring our whaiora receive mana-enhancing GP care.
The mahi is complex and demanding. You will lead in an environment shaped by addiction, mental health challenges, family harm, and reintegration — where equity is not a slogan but daily practice.
In return, the impact is real and deeply rewarding. You’ll work with a resilient, mana-enhancing team grounded in aroha, whanaungatanga and unwavering commitment to our community.
As we enter a new chapter of growth and innovation, you’ll shape systems, strengthen operational foundations, and confidently guide kaimahi through change.
What you will do
- Provide strong, values driven leadership to kaimahi
- Build warm, trusting relationships with whaiora/clients and ensure outstanding patient experience
- Strengthen practice operations, systems, funding and admin processes
- Support team development, rostering and clinic workflow
- Represent Te Aranga Health as a visible, present and supportive leader
What you will bring
- Proven leadership grounded in manaakitanga and rangatiratanga
- Excellent communication, relationship building and problem-solving skills
- Administration experience (rostering, invoicing, and claiming)
- Confidence in the use of IT systems and programs (MS Office suite and MedTech/Indici)
- Health sector experience
- Confidence operating in a kaupapa Māori environment
Benefits and perks
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Supportive team environment
- Free gym membership
- Life insurance
Our Culture and Values
Me mahi tahi tātou mo te oranga o te whānau
Working together for the wellbeing of family
Our services are delivered using a Kaupapa Māori framework encompassing Tinana (physical well-being), Wairua (spiritual well-being), Hinengaro (mental well-being), Whānau (family well-being).
Manaakitanga
We are respectful and show generosity and care for others, ensuring everyone’s mana is enhanced
Whānaungatanga
We build relationships through shared experiences and working together
Rangatiratanga
We lead by inspiring others to see what is possible
Whakākoako
We all learn
For further information about the work that we do, check out our organisation online at http://www.hewakatapu.org.nz and https://www.tearangahealth.co.nz/
If you wish to apply, please attach your CV and a cover letter to your application.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Zach Muhrer by email at Zach.Muhrer@tearangahealth.co.nz
Please note that Applicants for this position should have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
