Public Health - Timaru

Contribute to transforming the future of health in this Public Health Policy Advisor roleLocation: Te WaipounamuFixed-Term, 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 the opportunity available to join our Te Waipounamu regional team in the National Public Health Service as a Public Health Policy Advisor in a fixed-term, full-time role.The Public Health Policy Advisor will contribute to a mix of short and longer-term projects within the Health in all Policies team, providing evidence-based advice and support to work taking place across the region.

This will include analysis of significant policy developments/changes impacting Public Health, preparation of policy advice and building relationships internally and externally to identify emerging issues and opportunities of significance to the National Public Health Service across the region.The duration of this fixed-term is 12 months.About the Team/Service/ LocationThe National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand - 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.

You have an understanding of and ability to select, adapt and use a range of frameworks, principles, tools and methods and draw on experience in different areas of expertise to apply them appropriately to given issues. Knowledge and experience of the Health in All Policies approach to growing and leveraging enduring relationships is also helpful.2-3 years relevant experience in Health or Public Sector/Local Government policy and/or relevant qualificationPolicy qualification and/or project management certifications desirable but not essentialDemonstrable understanding and experience working in partnership with Māori and/or Pacific people communitiesDemonstrable understanding of, and commitment to, the specific relationship under te Tiriti o Waitangi, and Health NZ's role in improving outcomes for iwi and Māori communitiesExperience in applying critical thinking and using sound judgement to develop options and provide advice, particularly in leading complex workProven organisational skills with the ability to think ahead, use initiative, establish priorities and meet deadlines whilst preserving high levels of accuracyWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 26 May 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.