Trustee - Executive, Governance
National Hauora Coalition
About us:
The National Hauora Coalition Trust (NHC Trust) is the sole shareholder of National Hauora Coalition Limited. Established in 2007, the Trust was formed to represent a nationwide membership of Māori primary healthcare organisations. The founding purpose of the NHC was to advocate for the collective interests of its members within the primary healthcare system.
The organisation’s role evolved quickly, becoming a registered Primary Health Organisation (PHO) in 2011. That same year, NHC also received investment through the national Whānau Ora Business Case to support the development and delivery of the Whānau Ora strategy. In 2012, the members of the company agreed to establish a new legal structure—transitioning from an incorporated society to a charitable trust with a company subsidiary—to better meet the organisation’s growing needs. The National Hauora Coalition Trust was settled in 2012, with Trustees appointed to uphold and advance the charitable purposes (kaupapa) of the Trust. The Trust is a registered charitable organisation, and its Trustees are incorporated under the Charitable Trusts Act. National Hauora Coalition Limited functions as the operational arm of the Trust.
NHC is proudly and distinctively a Māori organisation. This identity has shaped its journey—from its beginnings as a coalition of Māori PHOs, to its establishment as a Māori PHO in its own right, and now in the way it operates today as a Whānau Ora commissioning partner in the northern region of the North Island. Central to this is an unwavering belief in whānau and the overarching moemoeā: mana whānau, whānau ora (prosperous families, living well).
About the Role
The Trustees of the NHC Trust hold collective responsibility for the strategic direction and stewardship of the Trust. As a Trustee, you will:
- Uphold and advance the kaupapa of the Trust, with a strong commitment to mana whānau and whānau ora.
- Ensure ethical governance and decision-making in all matters relating to the Trust’s responsibilities and authority.
- Work collaboratively with fellow Trustees and maintain an effective relationship with the Board of the operational company, National Hauora Coalition Limited.
- Support the appointment process and performance review of the Company Board Chair.
- Contribute to the long-term vision and strategy of the NHC, ensuring alignment with the values and aspirations of Māori communities across Aotearoa.
If you are a leader with a deep understanding of Māori health, equity, and whānau-centred practice—and are committed to advancing the aspirations of Māori through strong, kaupapa-driven governance—then we welcome your expression of interest in joining the NHC Trust as a Trustee.
About you:
You are a values-driven leader with a heart for whānau and a commitment to advancing Māori health and wellbeing. Through your professional experience and people-centred approach, you are ready to contribute to the strategic direction of NHC and support positive change across the organisation and wider communities.
You bring to the role:
- A strong alignment with NHC’s mission, values, and kaupapa.
- Governance or leadership experience, ideally within kaupapa Māori or community settings.
- Sound judgement and critical thinking skills, with a commitment to consensus-based decision-making.
- Expertise in areas such as Finance, Iwi Engagement and Development, Law, and Policy.
- Clear and confident communication skills—both written and verbal.
- A solid understanding of, or experience in, the hauora (health) sector, particularly as it relates to Māori.
Apply Now!
To find out more, please get in touch with David Hammond on +64 27 444 6368 for a confidential chat.
Applications for this role close on 22 August 2025.
To apply for this vacancy you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.
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