Public Health Policy & Equity Senior Advisor - Central - NPHS

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

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 well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

The National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.

We have a great opportunity to join our regional team as Senior Advisor Public Health Policy and Equity. This is a new permanent and full-time role within the Planning, Policy and Performance Team, Strategy and Operations.

The primary organisational impact of the position is to provide of high-quality policy advice and successfully lead policy analysis and development across a broad range of areas to contribute to the strategic health outcomes of Pae Ora (Healthy Futures).

This will include demonstrating an in-depth understanding of the wider determinants of health and a focus on reducing inequities.

Mōu | About you

You are someone with at least five years' working in health, local government or public sector with experience in facilitating strategic and operational policy development.

You are able to provide expert advice and analysis across all policy activities with a clear focus on equity, in a range of formats for a range of audiences, to inform decision-making.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

• A minimum of five years working in health, local government or public sector policy.
• A relevant qualification, preferably in a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• An in-depth understanding of the wider determinants of health and a focus on reducing inequities.
• Experience in an advisory role, applying critical thinking and using sound judgement to develop options and provide advice.
• Leadership experience, including having designed and managed programmes of work/projects and resources.
• Demonstrable understanding and experience working in partnership with Māori, Pacific peoples and/or Tāngata Whaikaha | Disabled people.
• Demonstrable understanding of, and commitment to, the specific relationship under Te Tiriti, and Health NZ's role in improving outcomes for iwi and Māori communities.
• Strong writing and analytical skills combined with an ability to synthesise information, and to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely with a range of audiences.
• A strong understanding in the machinery of government.

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, 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,that 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 Colm Farragher careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz