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Vacancies on the Chinese Medicine Council of New Zealand
The Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora (the Ministry) is seeking candidates who wish to be
considered for appointment as
health practitioner OR layperson members of th
e Chinese
Medicine Council of New Zealand (the Council), a responsible authority under the Health
Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 (the HPCA Act). The purpose of the Council is to
protect the health and safety of members of the public by ensuring that health practitioners are fit
and competent to practice.
About the role | Kōrero mō te tūranga
Being a member of the Council is rewarding and challenging. You will be committed to improving
the health of New Zealanders, through contribution to the governance of the Council’s legislative
requirements.
The functions of responsible authorities are set out under
section 118 of the HPCA Act, and more
information about the Council is available in the attached terms of reference and on the
Council’s
website.
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Appointments to the Council are made by the Associate Minister of Health, Hon Matt Doocey,
typically for terms of three years. Members can be reappointed for up to nine consecutive years.
The Ministry recognises that diversity enables our boards and councils to be high-performing and is
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committed to ensuring they represent the diversity in New Zealand's population, including gender,
ethnicity, disability, age and geographic location. The Ministry encourages people from all
backgrounds, especially those who can reflect the needs, values, and beliefs of Māori, and have an
understanding of and are committed to meeting the obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi, to
apply for these roles.
About you | Kōrero mōu
For all applicants, governance and/or regulatory experience is a plus but not required. It is
beneficial if you have the ability to lead strategically, and to balance competing demands. In this
instance, we are particularly looking to receive applications from candidates that can represent the
perspectives of Māori, Pacific people, and people with lived experience of a disability. Additionally,
experience and knowledge of te ao Māori would be advantageous, and it is vital applicants will
have sufficient time for Council duties.
Preferred
health practitioner applicants will:
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Be a registered Chinese medicine practitioner and have a good understanding of the
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scopes of practice, clinical, cultural, and professional standards set by the Council.
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Have at least five years of clinical experience in practice
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Currently be working in the profession either clinical y, or in a management,
administration, education, research, advisory, regulatory or policy development role or any
other role that has an impact on the safe, effective delivery of Chinese medicine.
Health practitioner applicants must be a registered Chinese medicine practitioner and have a
good understanding of the scope of practice, competencies and code of ethics or conduct.
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Under section 5 of the HPCA Act,
laypeople applicants cannot be qualified or registered as health
practitioners. Preferred laypeople applicants will also:
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Have strong governance experience
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Be able to represent community and consumer interests
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Be familiar with relevant legislation.
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Please note that members of a responsible authority board cannot simultaneously be a
member of the Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal (the Tribunal) given the disciplinary
function of the Tribunal over health practitioners.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tono
Applications must be made using the Ministry of Health online
Career Centre by close of business
18 March 2025 and include:
• a completed declaration form (attached), and
• a covering letter, and
• a current CV.
Due diligence checks will be undertaken for shortlisted applicants. Your personal information will
be handled in accordance with the
Privacy Act 2020. The Ministry may also request that the New
Zealand Security Intel igence Service conduct national security screening of you as part of the
appointment process.
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The appointment process can be lengthy, taking up to six months. Your patience and
professionalism as we work through the next steps is appreciated. The outcome of the recruitment
process for the Council wil be confirmed after it has been considered by th
e Cabinet Appointments
and Honours Committee.
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Who we are | Ko wai mātou
See the
Ministry of Health Board appointments webpage for more information.
If you would like to obtain further information or clarification, or if your circumstances change or
should you wish to withdraw your application, please contact the Statutory Appointments and
Integrity Services team by emailing:
[email address]
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