Timaru - Public Health
- Ōtautahi | Christchurch Permanent, Full
-TimeHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders About the RoleWe have a permanent, full-time opportunity available to join our Te Waipounamu regional team as a Health Promotion Advisor.
The primary purpose of a Health Promoter is to design, develop, enable and evaluate health promotion projects, strategies, policies, interventions and initiatives that address determinants of health and wellbeing- aligned with community and government priorities.
- Te Whatu Ora, work 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.
We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.About youYou are an experienced Health Promoter and someone able to demonstrate mature communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to write and present effectively and have strong facilitation skills.
You will have strong established community connections in your focus area and will value strong internal and external relationships essential for achieving sustainable outcomes.You have experience in building strong connected communities and enabling outcomes collaboratively alongside communities and wider stakeholders.A tertiary qualification in public health, health promotion, social science, education, Māori studies, community development or a related field (desired)Previous experience in health promotion, community development or a related roleUnderstanding of health promotion in the Aotearoa New Zealand context, including, Māori models of health, the Ottawa Charter and the determinants of healthA deep understanding of the systems, structures, policies and legislations that can impact healthClean New Zealand Drivers' LicenseA good understanding of the ability to work in a culturally and ethically safe way with a range of communities and stakeholdersProfessionalism, including effective inter-personal communication, teamwork, accountability, self-management, time and risk managementWith the support of Health NZ, you will proactively take care of your own health and safety, to ensure a safe and supportive work environmentWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.
We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How 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 30 June 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Elismha Lubbe at Elismha.Lubbe@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzWhilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position.