Senior Advisor, Office of The Deputy

1 week ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Permanent, Wellington based role
- Salary midpoint of $105,270 actual salary dependent on your experience

Ko wai mātou - About us
At Manatū 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.
The Office of the Deputy Director-General provides support to the Deputy Director-General by coordinating advice, ensuring efficient and effective directorate-wide business activities, including business planning, reporting, process improvement and the machinery of government functions to enable the smooth running of the Public Health Agency.
Ko ake mahi - What you'll do
As the Senior Advisor, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering the reporting function for the Public Health Agency particularly the weekly report to the Minister. Bring your business understanding, coordination and analysis expertise and your relationship management skills to work with key internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of key reporting advice across the Directorate.
Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring
- Relevant technical/professional qualification and/or equivalent experience
- Excellent attention to detail, written and oral communication, as well as exceptional interpersonal skills, especially stakeholder engagement and management
- The ability to analyse information from multiple sources to gauge accuracy and consistency of that information
- A sound understanding of the machinery of government.
- Financial and contract administration experience
- An understanding and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations

Ko mātou me tō matou whare - What we bring
Unlock your career potential at Manatū Hauora, where you'll discover a world of opportunities for personal and professional growth. We're not just a workplace; we're a whanau that values your well-being and the importance of work-life balance. At Manatū Hauora, diversity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of our culture, ensuring that every voice is heard and every perspective matters. Your wellness is our priority, with comprehensive support and resources to keep you thriving. Join us today and be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare.
Ngā Uaratanga - Our values
Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities.
- Manaakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictonary.co.nz) - we show care, inclusion respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other
- Kaitiakitanga (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we preserve and maintain an environment that enables the Ministry and our people to thrive
- Whakapono (Listen on Māori Dictionary.co.nz) - we have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing

Me pēhea te tono mai - 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 that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.



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