New Zealand Orthopaedic Association (NZOA) is the professional Association representing Orthopaedic Surgeons. They provide leadership in all matters relating to orthopaedic surgery, including professional advocacy, the selection and training of orthopaedic surgeons, continuing professional development and funding orthopaedic research.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will play a vital role in their CPD and Education and Training Programmes.

This is a multi-functional role and will involve a wide variety of tasks and responsibilities as follows:
Continuing Professional Development (CPD):
NZOA has a comprehensive CPD Programme for Orthopaedic Surgeons and Trainees. In this role, you’ll work with the current CPD Advisor, with a view to eventually managing the entire programme. This includes:

• Supporting the CPD Website and managing any issues and upgrades
• Support NZOA Members in the participation, recording and completion of their individual Continuing Professional Development Programmes
• Assist with programme audits, committee meetings, and annual certifications
• Support the Practice Visit Programme

Education & Training:

• Oversee the upgrade of the Trainee Information Management System (TIMS) and monitor and manage Trainee assessments and reporting
• Support the development of a Competency Based Training Programme
• Manage the Hospital Accreditation process
• Manage the Orthopaedic In-Training exam (OITE), and assist with the mock exam and pre-exam as required
• Assist with Policy development and adherence to accreditation requirements
• Assist with reports to meet accreditation requirements for key medical bodies
• Support the administration and operational aspects of the Orthopaedic Education & Training Programme

This is a fantastic opportunity to stamp your mark and grow with a respected organisation, while using your previous experience in medical education and training, and your exceptional organisational and administrative abilities.

This is ideally a full-time role (37.5 hours), however 0.8FTE will be considered for the right person. There may be some weekend and evening work with occasional domestic and trans-Tasman travel.

You will contribute to the professional development of orthopaedic surgeons and have the chance to engage in meaningful work that impacts healthcare in New Zealand. You will enjoy a supportive, collaborative work environment for an organisation that looks after its staff and strives to be a generous employer.

Person Profile:

• Proven administration and organisational skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high quality reports and correspondence
• Strong relationship building capabilities
• Well organised with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient using MS Office Suite, CRM databases and current office technology; IT infrastructure knowledge and experience is preferred
• Ability to travel domestically on occasion, sometimes overnight
• Enthusiastic, resilient team player, sense of humour, patience and a great attitude

Applications close: Sunday 13th July 2025

Applications to: Send your CV and cover letter to Kirsty McLaren via mclaren.co.nz

Position description: Available to view at mclaren.co.nz

P: 04 499 1069

W: mclaren.co.nz

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