2026 Training Year: Medical Education Fellow Nzrex Primary Care Pathway

About the role
**** Training Year: Medical Education Fellow NZREX Primary Care Pathway Location: Auckland Metro Districts 0.6 FTE Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Northern Region is progressing the implementation of the NZREX Primary Care Pathway (NZREX PCP), an innovative programme designed to support international medical graduates (IMGs) to transition into Aotearoa New Zealands primary care health workforce through structured, supported experience in primary care and hospital settings.
We are seeking two enthusiastic and motivated Medical Education Fellows to contribute to medical education and workforce development across the Auckland Metro Districts while developing their own leadership, teaching, and quality improvement skills.
Based within the Clinical Education and Training Unit (CETU), you will work closely with the Programme Clinical Leads, the Programme Implementation Lead, and Regional Directors of Clinical Training to deliver high-quality education, orientation, and wellbeing support for NZREX Primary Care Pathway participants.
Key responsibilities
Supporting the design and delivery of the NZREX PCP curriculum, aligned with prevocational training and regional workforce priorities
Facilitating protected teaching sessions, case-based discussions, and simulation or skills workshops
Coordinating teaching contributions from clinical educators across hospital and community settings
Promoting bicultural and multicultural learning and the application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in practice
Providing mentorship, wellbeing, and professional support for programme participants
Supporting programme evaluation, educational innovation, and continuous quality improvement initiatives
This is primarily an educational and administrative role (0.6 FTE) with no rostered nights or weekends.
There may be opportunities to combine the role with additional clinical work, subject to service availability and agreement.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in medical education, leadership, curriculum development, quality improvement, and workforce innovation while contributing to a nationally significant programme supporting international medical graduates into the New Zealand health system.
About you
Hold current registration and an Annual Practising Certificate with the Medical Council of New Zealand
Are a PGY2 doctor who will have achieved endorsement removal prior to commencement, or a registrar trainee
Have an interest in medical education, primary care, and supporting international medical graduates
Demonstrate a strong understanding of equity, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the role of culture in achieving equitable health outcomes
Are confident communicators and effective collaborator across multidisciplinary teams
Have a proactive and supportive approach to mentoring and learner wellbeing
Previous experience in teaching, simulation, or curriculum development is advantageous but not essential
This role would suit a House Officer or Registrar interested in pursuing future opportunities in medical education, leadership, workforce development, or quality improvement.
We are ideally seeking candidates available to commence from July/August ****, although alternative start dates may be considered.
Applications close: 19 June ****.
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