Health Hawke's Bay – Te Oranga o Te Matau-a-Maui is the region's single Primary Health Organisation (PHO), covering a population of approximately 170,000. We aim to improve health outcomes and life expectancy across Hawke's Bay, particularly for Maori and other under-served groups. Our mahi focuses on supporting communities, whanau and providers to achieve sustainable health gains, and equitable health outcomes.At Health Hawke's Bay, we're more than just a workplace; we're a whanau committed to supporting each other on our Te Ao Maori journey. Our culture fosters inclusion, respect, and growth, empowering every individual to thrive professionally and personally.Underpinning our mahi and everything we do are our values Whakamana (Empower), Aroha (Compassion), Kotahitanga (Collaboration) and Auaha (Innovation).In this role you will be conducting a comprehensive health needs analysis for Pasifika in Hawke's Bay. This includes performing a gap analysis by collecting and analysing current community-based quantitative and qualitative research. Following on from this you will develop a strategic plan to address identified needs and propose business-as-usual (BAU) options for HHB to implement.Pou Ahurea Matua responsibilities also include:Developing and maintaining strong relationships with Pasifika communities, engaging with leaders and members to understand their needs and perspectives.Applying strategic thinking to interpret research outcomes and translate findings into actionable strategies.Ensuring Pasifika voices are captured and inform strategic planning, interventions, programme and policy development.Contributing to the implementation of any plans developed.Candidates will possess a unique set of skills and qualities that will enable them to have a positive influence on cultural capability and responsiveness within the organisation and with stakeholders.Ideally candidates will have:A Tertiary degree in Health or significant experience in a similar role and community research experience.5+ years' experience in a role at a similar level, either in health or as a cultural advisor.Lived experience within Pasifika communities, an understanding of the Primary Health sector and an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application.A deep understanding and appreciation of Pasifika including knowledge of customs and protocols.Excellent communication skills, both in a Pasifika language and English.Exceptional interpersonal skills, a knack for building strong relationships.Experience in bringing people together and fostering meaningful dialogue.This is a newly established fixed term position (12 months).Nga Paearu | The box-ticking stuffOnly applicants with the right to work in New Zealand should apply for this role.Applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Conviction Check.Applicants must have a clean and full driver's license.Tonoa mai | How to applyApply today with your CV and Cover Letter via Seek telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. You can contact Matt Aitken to find out more about the role or to request a job description at ****** closing date for applications is 10pm on Sunday, 29 September 2024.
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