Applications for the WBOP Workforce Development Fund – Round Two are open until the 10th of March 2025. This funding supports kaimahi in the primary and community healthcare sectors who are seeking further education, skill development, or additional support to advance their careers.
To apply, visit the the Workforce Development Fund application page here. Not a fan of filling out online forms? You can apply with a quick video instead. Just record yourself following these guidelines!
HOW THE FUND CAN HELP
Support from the WBOP Health Workforce Development Fund is available for a wide range of opportunities:
➡️ Postgraduate Study: Financial assistance for health-related postgraduate courses to enhance expertise and skill sets.
➡️ Additional Training: Funding for vocational training courses in health, enabling professionals to develop their qualifications.
➡️ Mentoring: Support for mentoring relationships that contribute to leadership development and career progression.
➡️ Awhi and Support: Assistance with leadership development, sustainability, and ongoing career growth within healthcare roles.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To apply for Round Two of the WBOP Health Workforce Development Fund, applicants must:
➡️ Be employed within the primary or community healthcare sector.
➡️ Be a New Zealand citizen or resident.
➡️ Meet the entry criteria set by the training provider for their chosen course or programme.
➡️ Preference will be given to those working in allied health roles integrated into primary and community care.
TIPS FOR APPLYING
Here’s a quick look at what you’ll need to answer during your application:
🔹 What training or development do you want to pursue, and with whom?
🔹 Where do you currently work, and what’s your role?
🔹 Do you work in a rural area or support unenrolled populations?
Be sure to focus on these key questions:
⭐ How will this opportunity benefit you and your whānau/family? Think about how it will help you grow personally and professionally.
⭐ How will this opportunity help you better meet the health needs of your community? Consider the specific ways your work will have a greater impact.
We’re here to help!
If you would like support to apply or to kōrero about this opportunity, please email: workforce@wboppho.org.nz
Supporting primary and community healthcare
The WBOP Health Workforce Development Fund is part of Te Whatu Ora’s wider initiative to empower local healthcare providers through workforce development. This funding aligns with the interim New Zealand Health Plan (Te Pae Tata), which aims to strengthen the primary and community health workforce.
In the Western Bay of Plenty, WBOP PHO manages the funding for primary and community care settings. A similar initiative for Hauora Māori providers is led by the Poutiri Wellness Centre.
