Principal Advisor, Lived Experience

5 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Permanent Wellington based role
- Lived Experience and Clinical Advisory team
- Salary midpoint of $136,833, 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 Lived Experience and Clinical Advisory team incorporate lived experience perspectives, knowledge and wisdom into our work, and contributes to the long-term pathway to mental wellbeing outlines in Kia Manawanui Aotearoa.

Ko ake mahi - What you'll do
As Principal Advisor you will work in partnership with tāngata whaiora lived experience and their family and whānau networks across the mental wellbeing system, as well as Directorate senior leaders and programme/project leads. By networking with individuals and organisations at regional and national levels you will help the Ministry address inequity and improve outcomes, and lead the development of relevant health reports. You will also progress the response to the Government Inquiry into Mental health and Addiction through supporting our implementation of Kia Manawanui Aotearoa and Oranga Hinengaro Services and Systems Framework, and prepare advice regarding opportunities and priorities.

Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring
- Ability to utilise experience accessing mental health and/or addiction services to affect service/system change
- Strong communication skills and ability to analyse and articulate complex information
- Confidence to speak publicly and facilitate forums and groups
- Experience working with senior leaders on developing organisational strategy
- In-depth understanding

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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