Principal Clinical Advisorat Ministry of Health -

apartmentMinistry of Health placeWellington calendar_month 

Focused on improving cancer control in AotearoaWellington. Full time, permanent role.Salary midpoint of $143,052.

The salary offered will be based on skills & experienceMō tō mātou rōpū
  • About our teamTe Aho o Te Kahu was established in December 2019 to provide national leadership and oversight for cancer control as well as system-wide prioritisation and coordination of cancer care in Aotearoa.
The Agency has a key role in driving the system change needed to achieve the ambitious goals set out in the New Zealand Cancer Action Plan 2019-2029.
Ko tōu ake mahi
  • What You'll DoThe Principal Clinical Advisor will be located in the Knowledge Translation and Implementation team of Te Aho o Te Kahu and will be responsible for providing high-quality strategic and operational advice, leadership, coordination, critical analysis and recommendations as part of the work programme.
Working closely with your team and other agency staff, you will identify linkages, overlaps and synergies with other relevant work programmes in Te Aho o Te Kahu, the Ministry of Health, and the sector.

Your clinical experience along with your exceptional communication and writing skills will be vital in providing clear, succinct, responsive and appropriate advice to your manager, the Chief Executive, Agency teams and external stakeholders.

You will support work within the Agency to deliver on the Government and Agency priorities and objectives, building collaborative and positive relationships across the Agency, Ministry of Health, wider health sector, government and other external stakeholders, ensuring all work meets Treaty obligations and reflects our priority of equity.Ko ngā pukenga ōu
  • What You'll BringTertiary qualification in health and/or equivalent experienceExperience in the cancer sectorKnowledge and experience of machinery of government and development of policy would be a benefitExcellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to write and talk about technical issues clearlyAbility to negotiate/communicate, influence and build trusted relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders, at all levelsStrong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and ability to apply its principles to day-to-day workAbility to analyse complex technical information to provide advice to a wide range of audiencesJoin Te Aho o Te Kahu
  • Ngā tūranga e wātea anaWorking at Te Aho o Te Kahu (Cancer Control Agency) is inspiring, meaningful and rewarding.
The Agency provides an incredible opportunity to work alongside other passionate individuals in leading efforts to drive the changes required to improve cancer outcomes for all New Zealanders.
Ngā uaratanga
  • Our Agency Values:We are equity led, whānau centred, knowledge driven and outcomes focused.
For more information see our website https://teaho.govt.nz/ Me pēhea te tono
  • How to ApplyClick here to view the position description and apply, please follow the online process at our Careers Website.
If you have any questions, email our Recruitment Team.

Applications close on Wednesday 29 April 2026.

To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it
  • For information on work visa eligibility, check out the Immigration New Zealand website.

We value diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way.

We welcome applicants from all walks of life and appreciate the richness of experience that your point of difference could bring to us.

Please contact us if there is any support we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.

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