Programme Coordinator- Acute Care

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Contribute to transforming the future of health in this pivotal role
• 1 FTE permanent opportunity
• Based from where you are

Join Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and wellbeing of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

The Acute Care team, part of the Delivery Unit within Hospital and Specialist Services, has a programme of work in place to improve system flow. We are looking for a Programme Coordinator to assist our team. Responsible for supporting programme and project management including the delivery of the Acute Care workplan. This role will also provide support to the Programme Manager and wider Acute Care team with day-to-day activities, such as organising meeting, maintaining diaries, and booking travel.

If this interests you, don't hesitate, please apply now.

Mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will be an experienced coordinator who can hit the ground running. Proven experience in executive administration and coordination support to projects or work programmes in a dynamic, complex environment is vital. Experience of working in the health sector is beneficial but not essential.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

• Secondary school NCEA or equivalent
• Certificates and diploma in area relevant to business administration/ project coordination
• Minimum of 2 years in an administrative role, preferably in a PMO environment.
• Developed verbal, written and presentation skills and in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Able to demonstrate skills in developing and maintaining effective internal/external relationships that are essential for achieving sustainable outcomes.

Ka kawea e koe | You will bring:

• A commitment to being a good Te Tiriti partner in all your actions. This includes an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the ability to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in this role.
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.

Ko te mahi e tika ana mō te ao hurihuri nei |Work that suits today's ever -changing world

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora supports flexible and hybrid working for our kaimahi. In roles that don't require an in-person element, we encourage you to ‘work from where you are.' We want our national teams to be made up of diverse people from across the motu, just like our health system.

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai |Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Our name, Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.

At Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.

Tō tūranga i roto i Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, which will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply.

To view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click “APPLY NOW.”  For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal. If you have any questions about the role, please feel free to contact Anesha Pillay, Senior Recruitment Consultant via  anesha.pillay@tewhatuora.govt.nz