Senior Advisor, Cancer Control at Ministry of Health, WellingtonFixed term for 4.5 yearsNon-Communicable Diseases pillar of the Polynesian Health Corridor programmeSupport the design and delivery of mental health activitiesThe Polynesian Health Corridors (PHC) team supports Polynesian countries through a range of modalities.
In addition to directly assisting countries in some areas, the PHC team also contracts partners/suppliers for technical assistance, acts as a knowledge hub, supports mentoring and facilitates connections.
About the role The Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) pillar objective is to provide Polynesian countries with support for cancer control and mental health activities.
As Senior Advisor – Cancer Control, you will provide oversight and direction on key pieces of work in the NCDs pillar.
Your high-quality technical advice is essential to delivering the programme, and your strategic and technical approaches will assist you in leading the cancer control activity with Polynesian countries.
This role is fixed term for 4.5 years and has a midpoint of $105,270, appointing salary dependent on individual skills and experience.
Key Responsibilities: Experience leading the development of new programme areas in Public Health activity designExperience in Cancer control design and activity planning and monitoringStrong public health and systems development experienceFamiliarity with Polynesian countries' health and development issues and the connections to Pasifika communities in NZStrong written and oral communication skillsDemonstrated knowledge of the machinery of government and political processesFamiliarity with stakeholder engagement and managementAbout us At Manatu Hauora – Ministry of Health we are the kaitiaki of the health system, providing leadership and driving strategy and performance.
We regulate the health sector and are the primary source of advice on health matters.
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Applications close at midnight on Sunday 26th January 2025.
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Employer: Ministry of Health
Location: Wellington
Position type: Fixed Term Contract
Category: Government, Policy, Planning & Regulation
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