Heart Health Promoter Auckland
Kia ora, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Kia Orana, Mālō e lelei, Mālo ni, Talofa lava, Tēnā koutou katoa!At the Heart Foundation, we’re united by our purpose: to stop all people in New Zealand dying prematurely from heart disease and enable people with heart disease to live full lives. Guided by our vision – ‘hearts fit for life’, for this generation and the next – we deliver prevention, nutrition, care, and support programmes across Aotearoa, alongside vital fundraising for heart research.
About the Role
As a Heart Health Promoter, you’ll play a key role in promoting heart health within your community. Working closely with local health providers, community organisations, and passionate Heart Foundation colleagues, you’ll have the chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of New Zealanders.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is confident, energetic, and an excellent communicator. If you love connecting with people and supporting your community, this could be the role for you. While experience in health promotion is an advantage, what matters most is your ability to create meaningful activities and events that spark heart health conversations. We value candidates with a background working with diverse communities, an understanding of cultural factors, and the ability to foster engagement across different groups.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate community initiatives and events to support people living with heart disease and their whānau.
- Educate and raise awareness about heart conditions in various community settings, often in partnership with other health providers.
- Collaborate with our team to positively impact heart health across Aotearoa.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence working with people from diverse backgrounds and communities.
- An understanding of cultural and community factors influencing health outcomes.
- Experience in health, social science, or health promotion (desirable).
- A clean, full driver’s licence.
- Flexibility to attend community events outside of regular business hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
What We Offer
- A meaningful job with a competitive salary.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- An additional paid day off for Heart Foundation Day each year.
- 5 weeks’ annual leave (pro-rata) after 2 years of service.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Access to a Wellbeing platform and discounted health insurance.
- Sick leave from your first day.
- A supportive team with a great culture.
- Heart health and cultural training programmes.
Join Us
Bring your skills, passion, and ideas — and help us improve the heart health of New Zealanders.
You can also apply and view the Position description through the Heart Foundation's website directly. Go to www.heartfoundation.org.nz/about-us/careers-at-the-heart-foundation
Apply now to be part of this rewarding journey!
