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🥝 Research & Development Lead

New Zealand Government | Auckland, New Zealand | Posted June 27, 2026

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Research & Development Lead - Ririki Haumaru | Safekids, Starship Child Health
Full time, fixed term (6 months)Based in Greenlane Clinical CentreHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the role
We are seeking a Research & Development Lead in a fulltime, fixed term (6 months) capacity. This role leads the identification, development, and delivery of fundable research programmes, innovation initiatives, and strategic partnerships that strengthen Ririki Haumaru | Safekids Aotearoas impact, credibility, and long-term sustainability.
Sitting within the Research and Policy arm, the role operates as a strategic connector across research, funding, implementation and evaluation. It works in close partnership with the Director to ensure alignment with the organisational priorities, while building external relationships that position Safekids Aotear...

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