2-year Fixed Term Opportunity
Join the Health Security pillar of the Polynesian Health Corridors programme, where the PHC team supports Polynesian countries to strengthen public health systems.
This includes providing technical assistance, mentoring, facilitating connections, and contract management.
About the Role
The Health Security team provides the six Polynesian countries with assistance to prevent and prepare for public health threats. Over two years, the Senior Advisor, Health Security, will support the transition from an earlier focus on COVID-19 and assist in designing activities to address vaccine-preventable diseases.
You will be responsible for providing high-quality advice in support of the Polynesian Health Corridors programme objectives and work programme. This role is fixed term for 2 years and has a midpoint salary of $105,270, with the appointing salary dependent on individual skills and experience.
Ko pukenga - What You'll Bring
Strong public health and systems development experience with capability development.
Experience in designing public health programmes/projects.
Familiarity and experience with Polynesian countries' health and development issues and connections to Pasifika communities in New Zealand.
Demonstrated knowledge of the machinery of government.
About 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. To learn more about us, visit health.govt.nz/about-us .
Nga Uaratanga - Our Values
Manaakitanga - we show care, inclusion, respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other.
Kaitiakitanga - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive.
Whakapono - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing.
Kokiri ngatahi - we connect and work together collectively towards a common purpose.
Me pehea te tono mai - How to Apply
Click APPLY and make sure to include your cover letter and CV. See information for job applicants here .
For any questions or a confidential korero, contact ****** . Applications close at midnight on Sunday 24th November. We place importance on our people having a sense of belonging, so if you require adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
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