We would be honoured if you apply! – Māu te tono, no mātou te whiwhi!
- Ngāmotu
- 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
- Permanent position
About us – He whakamārama mō Tui Ora
We do health differently at Tui Ora. As a holistic kaupapa Māori (Māori approach) primary care organisation which has been serving the Taranaki community for more than 25 years, we provide a wide range of health and social wellbeing services for our whānau (families).
We follow a proven Māori model of care that puts whānau at the centre, empowering them to set their own life goals and create a pathway to reaching them. Our experienced and multi-disciplinary teams walk beside them every step of the way.
Our services include two GP practices across two locations in New Plymouth and Whaitara, a community nursing team made up of long-term health, diabetes, cancer, child and respiratory specialists, mental health and addiction services, social service navigator support, alcohol and drug recovery, and youth services to help whānau address life issues that may impact their overall health and wellbeing.
Our mahi (work) is challenging, fulfilling and can be life changing.
As an organisation, we want our kaimahi (employees) to be at their best. This means we look after you and put your health and wellbeing first. If you’re keen to work in a fun working environment where your professional growth and development means you are supported to be the best you can be, Tui Ora is the place for you.
Taranaki – Like no other
The Taranaki region has so much to offer as a place to live with epic mountain trails, miles of coastline and world class surf breaks, vibrant urban centres, a multitude of gardens and parks, and a major events calendar that includes Te Matatini o Te Kāhui Maunga (2025), WOMAD, the Festival of Lights and the Taranaki Arts Festival.
The majestic sight of our maunga Taranaki (Mt Taranaki) provides a breathtaking backdrop to each day, while the opportunities for weekend adventures or a relaxing time-out are endless. A thriving cafe culture, top quality restaurants, theatres and concerts, art galleries and museums, mountain-bike park, fishing, sailing, walking – you are never short of options in Taranaki.
Find out more about what it is like to live and work in this amazing region please click here.
What we offer – He aha tā mātou
- Te Reo Māori (Māori language) and cultural learning training – during work hours
- A Tui Ora Day (an additional paid day each year)
- Four wellbeing leave days annually
- Professional development
- A professional, fun, people-focused and vibrant working whānau environment
- A fantastic location to work and live
- A competitive remuneration package
About the role – Mō te tūranga
The Tiaki Ūkaipō Lactation Consultant enhances the normal process of lactation and supports the prevention, assessment, and management of lactation challenges. The role protects, promotes, and supports breastfeeding at both individual and community levels, with a strong focus on Māori, low socio-economic, and young mothers and whānau in Taranaki. The position actively contributes to Baby Friendly Community Initiative (BFCI) practices and collaborates with both Tui Ora and external partners to improve breastfeeding outcomes for priority communities.
To promote success in this role, you will have – Kia ekena a angitū:
- Current accreditation as International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
- Adult education experience and qualification, preferred
- Minimum two years experience in breastfeeding support
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Strong knowledge of local maternity and community health services
- Skilled in adult education and delivering group sessions
- Effective communicator, both written and verbal
- Culturally responsive with knowledge of Māori health models and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Confident using Microsoft Office and client management systems
- Builds strong professional relationships and works collaboratively
- Critical thinker with sound decision-making and risk awareness
- Trustworthy, empathetic, and community-focused
- Demonstrated understanding of tikanga Māori and commitment to Te Reo me ngā Tikanga Māori
- A full, clean NZ driver’s licence
This is a real opportunity for you to action meaningful change for your clients/patients and the communities you are working with. You can and will make a difference, helping people to live more powerful and fulfilling lives by putting hauora (wellbeing) at the centre.
You will be valued as a member of our Tui Ora whānau/family, supported in both your daily work and in your professional development.
We celebrate diversity within our teams and support the cultural growth of all kaimahi (employees), no matter where you are at on your Te Ao Māori journey.
Join us and explore what is possible.
How to apply – Me pēhea te tono
Please apply online by clicking here.
For further information, email recruitment@tuiora.co.nz
Please note, if you have not completed the online application and/or uploaded the required documents, your application may not be considered.
You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.
Applications close on Tuesday, 23 September 2025. (Please note, we may begin screening and shortlisting before the closing date.)
Ngā mihi ki a koe, nā mātou, nā Tui Ora.