Programme Manager

Join us in this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health knowledge and surveillance.
- Establish strong working relationships with vital stakeholders
- 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. Our mahi ensures New Zealanders are cared for by a health system that is innovative, future focused and world leading.

Ko tōu ake mahi - What You'll Do
As the Programme Manager for the continuous improvement of the Public Health Knowledge and Surveillance System, you will play a pivotal role in leading and coordinating this key programme of work, ensuring seamless coordination across multiple projects.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to a programme of national significance, further developing the surveillance and knowledge system that supports us to better evidence and understand the health, aspirations, and needs of New Zealanders. Your leadership and management skills will be instrumental in supporting the priorities and objectives of Te Pou Hauora Tūmatanui and Manatū Hauora. Collaboration will be key as you work in partnership with Te Aka Whai Ora, and closely with various stakeholders, both internally and externally, to drive the implementation of the programme and ensure its integrity and quality.
In this role, you will collaborate with stakeholders to develop the programme's workstreams, resources, and deliverables. You will also implement effective programme management tools and processes, providing guidance and support to Manatū Hauora, Te Aka Whai Ora, and other key external stakeholders involved in the initiative.
Your responsibilities will extend to; managing a programme team and project kaimahi, overseeing a technical design process, managing operational issues and risks, maintaining relationships with external stakeholders, and communicating effectively through diverse channels. By fostering collaborative and positive relationships, you will contribute to the advancement of Te Pou Hauora Tūmatanui, Manatū Hauora, and the wider health sector.
Equity and meeting Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations will be at the forefront of your work, ensuring that all activities align with our commitment to these priorities. As the Programme Manager, you will also oversee dependencies between programmes, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions to ensure successful outcomes. Resource allocation and strategic alignment will be important aspects of your role as you work closely with Te Pou Hauora Tūmatanui to deliver the strategy and its corresponding priorities.
Join us in this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health knowledge and surveillance. Your expertise and leadership will contribute to shaping the future of healthcare in our nation.

Ko ngā pukenga ōu - What You'll Bring
- A Tertiary qualification in a public health or relevant field and/or equivalent experience in public health systems, surveillance, and/or intelligence
- An understanding and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations, an understanding and experience of mātauranga Māori and tofa loloto is desirable
- Experience designing work programmes and project planning to ensure delivery of work on time, and within budget
- Advanced knowledge of programme and management methods including techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling programmes
- Ability to work in complex environments and with a wide range of diverse stakeholders that are internal and external to Manatū Hauora and Te Aka Whai Ora
- Significant experience in strategic communications and engagement planning to ensure delivery of work on time, and within budget
- Strong written skills and an ability to take complex information and synthesise into key messages for relevant audiences

He aha ta tatou kawe mai - What We Bring
Flexibility - We understand everyone is different and treat most roles as flexible
Inclusivity - Our Values help us to provide a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace
Wellbeing - Our people can be themselves, are supported and able to perform well in their roles
Purpose - Our mahi is nationally significant and is improving the lives of New Zealanders

Ngā Uaratanga - Our Values
Our Values underpin how we work together and with the health and disability sector, public service colleagues and communities.
Manaakitanga -We show care, inclusion, respect, support, trust, and kindness to each other
Kaitiakitanga -We preserve and maintain an environment that enables our people to thrive
Whakapono -We have trust and faith in each other to do the right thing
Kōkiri ngātahi - We commit and work together towards a common purpose

Me pēhea te tono - How to Apply
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