Location: We have two locations – Korowai Aroha & Westend Medical
Hours: Flexible – Full-time, Part-time or Contract
Pay Rate: Competitive and Negotiable
He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata – At the heart of everything we do is people. We’re seeking a passionate GP or Nurse Practitioner to help us transform health outcomes for whānau, hapū, and iwi.
This is more than a clinical role – it’s a chance to support holistic, mana-enhancing care that recognises the importance of whakapapa, wairua, and whanaungatanga.
Join a kaupapa Māori organisation making a real difference in the lives of whānau and communities – all while enjoying the incredible lifestyle that Rotorua has to offer. Surrounded by lakes, native bush and geothermal beauty, Rotorua is rich in culture, outdoor adventure, and whānau-friendly living. Whether you're after a better work-life balance or a deeper connection to te taiao and te ao Māori, this is an opportunity to do meaningful mahi in a place you'll love to call home.
Who we are…
Korowai Aroha is a kaupapa Māori health organisation in Rotorua dedicated to holistic, whānau-centred care grounded in te ao Māori. Founded by Māori nurses in 1992 with a vision to change the way healthcare is delivered, Korowai Aroha offers a wide range of services—from general practice and chronic disease support to mirimiri, tāne ora, and hapū māmā care. Guided by the vision “Toiora Whānau” and the mission “Whakapūmau i te Pae Ora”, it is a place where whānau wellbeing, identity, and hauora are nurtured across generation
What we offer:
- Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
- Competitive remuneration – we value your skills and commitment
- Work in a supportive, kaupapa Māori environment that honours te ao Māori
- Make a real impact on health outcomes for Māori and underserved communities
- Be part of a collaborative and values-led team
What we are looking for:
- Applicants will need to be registered with the Medical Council of NZ, vocationally registered or workingtowards this.
- Nurse Practitioners will need to be registered with Nursing Council of NZ with at least two years’ experience inGeneral Practice.
- A commitment to providing holistic, mana-enhancing healthcare
- Cultural competence and willingness to work in a te ao Māori context
- Passion for equity, hauora Māori and community-centred care
What You’ll Be Part Of:
- A kaupapa Māori-aligned organisation committed to equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Close working relationships with local iwi, including Ngāti Whakaue, Tūhourangi, and Ngāti Pikiao.
- A team that values whakawhanaungatanga, cultural integrity, and whakawhiti kōrero.
Whether you're looking for a full-time role, part-time balance, or contract flexibility – we’d love to kōrero.
Apply now or get in Touch
To apply or find out more, contact our Practice Manager Delwyn on 07 348 8454 ext. 208 or send your CV to hinewai@korowai.org.nz
Back to blog entries
Menu