Group Manager, Programmes

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Permanent | Full time | Wellington based

  • Senior Leadership role | WFH Flexibility | 4.4 weeks leave
  • Salary midpoint of $216,144 actual salary dependent on your experience
Ko wai mātou - About us

Te Aho o Te Kahu, the Cancer Control Agency, is a departmental agency of government that provides national leadership for and oversight of cancer control.

Te Aho o Te Kahu takes a whole-of-system focus on preventing and managing cancer and oversees system-wide prioritisation and coordination of cancer care in New Zealand.

It is accountable for ensuring transparent progress towards the goals and outcomes in the National Cancer Action Plan. Te Aho o Te Kahu is equity-led, knowledge-driven, person/whānau-centred and outcomes focused.

The Programme Group encompasses three key areas within the organisation: Data and Analytics, System Performance and Innovation, and Knowledge Translation and Implementation.

This dynamic group plays a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of the organisation by harnessing the power of data and analytics to inform decision-making, ensuring optimal system performance and fostering innovation, and facilitating the effective translation of knowledge into actionable initiatives

Ko ake mahi - What you'll do

Are you ready to make a significant impact on cancer control in Aotearoa? We're seeking a dynamic and visionary Group Manager, Programme to lead our strategic initiatives and shape the future of cancer care.

As the Group Manager, Programme, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and execution of Te Aho o Te Kahu priorities and programmes in collaboration with our partners.

You are an inspiring people leader, a naturally collaborative and gifted integrator of work across complex systems, and a strategic thinker with strong political acuity and the ability to find opportunity for positive impact even in challenging situations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing leadership to the Programme group, ensuring capacity and capability to contribute effectively, and supporting staff engagement, growth, and development.
  • Leading and prioritising agencywide programmes to deliver practical, consumerfocused solutions aligned with Agency objectives.
  • Providing strategic insight and advice to program design, monitoring progress, and proactively managing risks.
  • Supporting community health and reducing inequalities through effective models of care across the cancer care continuum.
  • Designing stakeholder engagement strategies focused on community and local partnerships to enhance cancer care models.
  • Collaborating with key stakeholders to lead the discussion on improving cancer outcomes.
  • Ensuring highquality advice and support for the Chief Executive and Ministers.
  • Providing leadership to the Programme group, ensuring capacity and capability to contribute effectively.
  • Ensuring all programmes meet Treaty of Waitangi obligations and prioritize equity.
  • Building positive relationships across the health sector and government.
Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring

  • Tertiary qualification in a health policy/administration or related field and/or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive experience leading and developing employees of all levels of the organisation, including management, and enabling a positive and rewarding workplace culture
  • Proven ability to use a range of engagement frameworks and tools to develop, maintain and strengthen strategic partnerships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including national professional networks, communities, iwi, Chief Advisors and Clinical Leaders.
  • Strong experience working across an organisation and/or in communities using a collaborative approach that supports seamless integration of work across teams and results in the effective improvement of provision of services.
  • Well established networks and facilitation skills to lead discussions on challenging the status quo, driving change and implementing innovation.
  • Good working knowledge of the machinery of Government, risk management, commissioning services, managing at the political interface, and policy.
Join Te Aho o Te Kahu - Ngā tūranga e wātea ana
Working at Te Aho o Te Kahu 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:
Our Vision Tō Tātou Whāinga
Fewer cancers Kia whakaiti iho te mate pukupuku
Better survival Kia runga noa ake te mataora
Equity for all Kia taurite ngā huanga

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply
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

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