Health Protection Officer

1 month ago

Gisborne, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Health Protection Officer - Tairawhiti - Te Manawa Taki - NPHS at Te Whatu Ora, Gisborne Join a team of passionate public health professionalsPlay a critical role in the areas of regulatory compliance, environmental health and disease investigationsHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleWe have a permanent full-time opportunity available to join our Te Manawa Taki team based in Tairawhiti / Gisborne as a Health Protection Officer.Health Protection Officers hold responsibility for monitoring, compliance, operational policy implementation and providing evidence-based advice and information that aims to improve, promote and protect the health of our population in the communities we service with a focus on Equity and Hauora Maori. They primarily work in: compliance, environmental health, communicable disease surveillance and investigations; and border health protection.About the Team/Service/ LocationThe National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.About youIf you're naturally inquisitive and love investigation, you may be a great fit for this role. We need someone who can identify and manage risks to human health effectively. Excellent communication skills are a must, as you'll be working closely with other public health professionals. Paying close attention to details and following procedures accurately are essential skills we're looking for.In this role, you'll also be skilled at building relationships within our organization and the broader community, including various agencies and stakeholders. You will also be able to work collaboratively alongside communities and wider stakeholders. A good knowledge of and strong links to our Tairawhiti communities will be an advantage.Skills and ExperienceA relevant tertiary qualification, preferably in Public Health or Environmental HealthCapable of undertaking the full range of Health Protection Officer duties or a commitment to achieving competencies within six months of appointment.Ability to work collaboratively alongside communities and wider stakeholdersExcellent presentation and communication skillsA clean, valid Full NZ Driver's LicenceBe a part of an on-call after hours roster and be prepared to respond to any public health emergencyCompetency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growthExperience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings desiredWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusionWe want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 15 November 2024. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Elismha Lubbe at ****** Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.
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