Border Pharmacist

Full time, permanent role
- Auckland based
- Salary midpoint of $91,501, 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 Investigation and Enforcement Team (IET) is responsible for investigation of potential breaches of the Medicines Act and enforcement actions, including prosecution and border control activities, of therapeutic products. The Team works with other teams within the Compliance Management Branch and Medsafe to provide an integrated approach to compliance activities.

Ko ake mahi - What you'll do
Paragraph then a few bullet points about the role. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring that therapeutic goods that enter New Zealand are compliant with legislation based on technical, clinical and legislative knowledge. Your time will be divided between working at Customs Inspection Facilities and the Ministry's Office in Penrose. There is no scope to work from home.
You will
- provide advice and training to NZ Customs
- identify new trends in pharmaceutical crime
- respond to enquiries from the public about importing medicines
- provide technical advice to the IET

Ko pūkenga - What you'll bring
- A tertiary qualification in pharmacy with an
- Annual Practicing Certificate (Pharmacist).
- Comprehensive knowledge of medicines, their use, and classification in NZ
- Knowledge of legislation relevant to importation of therapeutic products
- Excellent organisational skills along with the ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines whilst preserving the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality
- High level of interpersonal skills with a proven ability to manage relationships.
- Experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to communicate complex and technical information in a clear and concise manner that can be understood by everyone
- Hold a full and valid NZ driver's licence

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.