Public Health Medicine Specialist - Northland - Northern Region - NPHSWellingtonNZD 60,000 - 80,000About the RoleWe have an opportunity available for a Public Health Medicine Specialist to join our experienced and supportive Northern region team. The primary purpose of this role is to provide professional leadership alongside other PHMSs across the National Public Health Service (NPHS) Northern region. The role actively contributes to public health gain for the four districts within the Northern region and will include programme and/or portfolio or local leadership.You would undertake the statutory duties and responsibilities of a designated Medical Officer of Health or work towards designation within six months of appointment.About the Team/Service/LocationThe National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora works towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention.About YouYou understand the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are skilled in applying its principles effectively in your role. You build and maintain positive relationships at all levels, enhancing the quality and contributions of individuals and teams to achieve the organisation's vision and goals. Driven and accountable, you are aware of your impact on others and are committed to continuously improving your leadership practice.Skills and ExperienceA medical degree (MBChB or recognised equivalent), as well as a Masters' in Public Health (MPH) with a current Annual Practicing CertificateVocational registration in public health medicineBe eligible to be designated as a Medical Officer of HealthThe ability to work collaboratively and respectfully within a team and with a range of diverse stakeholdersCurrent New Zealand drivers' licenceThe ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with people at all levels within the public and private sectors, related industry and community interest groups and the wider national and international communitiesThe ability to maximise the quality and contributions of individuals and teams to achieve the organisation's vision, purpose and goalsCompetency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthHow to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 25 November 2024. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Elismha Lubbe at ******
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