Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
Ryan Hooper-Smith serves as a Senior Policy Advisor to the Chief Executive at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora since August 2023, providing strategic oversight and policy advice, including leading initiatives for Budget 2025. Prior to this role, Ryan worked as a Policy Advisor for Budget 2024, advising executive leadership and government officials on budget decisions. Previous experience includes working as an Analyst in Finance and Economics at PwC New Zealand, focusing on cost-benefit analysis for health reforms. Ryan's background in the New Zealand Parliament includes serving as a Parliamentary Executive Assistant, engaging with stakeholders, developing policy papers, and managing complex relationships while supporting MPs. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Social Policy from Massey University and a Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Public Policy from Victoria University of Wellington, complemented by a nano-degree in Entrepreneurship from Creative HQ.
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Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
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Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora leads the day-to-day running of the health system. Functions are delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. These include: - hospital and specialist services - the National Public Health Service - clinical governance - primary and community care. We also work to improve services and health outcomes. We do this in partnership with Te Aka Whai Ora - Māori Health Authority. We have united the former 20 District Health Boards, shared services agencies and Te Hiringa Hauora (Health Promotion Agency). Social media guidelines: https://www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/about-us/media-centre/#community-guidelines-for-te-whatu-ora-social-media-channels