Māori Communications Advisor

6 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Ētahi kōrero mō Te Pātaka Whaioranga | About Te Pātaka Whaioranga Pharmac
At Te Pātaka Whaioranga | Pharmac we endeavour to deliver the best health outcomes for all New Zealanders through investment in medicines and medical devices.
We recognise the importance of our role as a Tiriti partner and are committed to upholding Te Mana o Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Through our work on behalf of Aotearoa we strive to improve equitable health outcomes for Māori and advance Māori health aspirations.
We are a close-knit whānau with around 160 kaimahi. We take pride in what we do, work hard, and have fun along the way.
Ngā uruatanga, our values, ground our behaviour and guide our thinking:
Whakarongo - we listen with intent and empathy to understand
Tūhono - we connect with people, communities, the health system and each other
Wānanga - we draw on evidence and people's experiences to improve
Māia - we challenge ourselves
Kaitiakitanga - we safeguard wellbeing for New Zealanders, now and for the future

Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Role
A newly created position, to provide advice and support to ensure that our internal and external communications channels align with our equity policy, Te Tiriti accountabilities and relevant hauora legislation.
The role sits within our public affairs and government services team and is part of the Equity and Engagement Directorate.

Mā‎ wai te mahi nei? | Who are we looking for?
- Excellent knowledge of biculturalism, Te Aō Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Strong understanding of proactive communications planning and communications tools.
- Excellent writing and editing skills.
- An ability to establish and build strong working relationships with internal and external partners.

Ko wai koe? | Who are you?

Joining Te Pātaka Whaioranga | Pharmac
We are a whānau centered organisation and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work life balance. To support our kaimahi and their whānau we offer:

- Five weeks annual leave
- Additional paid leave for our end of year close-down period
- An annual $500 hauora payment for eligible kaimahi
- Health Insurance corporate discount with Southern Cross
- Paid Parental Leave support in addition to minimum legislative requirements.
- Hybrid working - work from home up to two days per week.

At Te Pātaka Whaioranga we welcome all kaimahi with a mihi whakatau during their first month. For kaimahi Māori, we offer mihi whakatau on your first day, where your whānau and manuhiri are welcome to attend. As you come through our waharoa, you will be welcomed into our growing support network - Maōri Caucus.
We strive to represent Aotearoa and the diverse communities we serve. We are committed to championing workplace inclusion and acknowledge that in order to do their best work, we must foster an environment where people are comfortable to be themselves and work in a way that best suits their individual needs.



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