General Manager - Health Security

Newly formed leadership positionA CRI focused on human health and wellbeing, providing cutting-edge forensic, public health, and environmental scienceFlexible location (Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch)ESR is the Crown Research Institute that focuses on public health, forensic sciences, and contributes to environmental and biosecurity outcomes for Aotearoa New Zealand.
ESR has expertise in infectious disease surveillance and solutions, as well as pandemic preparedness.
An important priority is for ESR to be recognised for Maori-led and co-designed research that will benefit Maori communities.The General Manager Health Security is a newly formed position that will report to the Chief Executive and be a member of the Executive Leadership Team.
The GM will lead the new Health Security Business group, which will bring together two business units to create a strategic focus on human health, strengthening integration of work and opening new research and delivery opportunities.To be effective in this position, you will be a senior leader who has exceptional people leadership skills.
You will have gained experience working in a health operational environment and be well-networked in the sector.
You will have the ability to build and form excellent relationships across the health system and be strategic in your thinking.
An understanding of te ao Maori, tikanga, and the principles relating to Te Tiriti o Waitangi will also be important.This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and important CRI and to contribute to the wellbeing of people in Aotearoa, the Pacific, and globally.APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday, 27 January 2025APPLY OR VIEW THE POSITION DESCRIPTION: www.jacksonstone.co.nzREFERENCE: BH-11180FURTHER ENQUIRIES: Simon Boyes on 04 550 8026
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