Public Health Policy Advisor - Te Waipounamu - NPHS

New Zealand Government; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Public Health Policy Advisor to join their regional team. This role involves contributing to impactful health projects, providing evidence-based policy advice, and fostering relationships across sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health policy, critical thinking skills, and a commitment to improving outcomes for diverse communities. Join a dedicated team focused on health equity and make a meaningful difference in public health initiatives. This fixed-term position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of health services in the region.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in health or public sector policy.
• Understanding of Health in All Policies approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based advice on public health policies.
• Analyze significant policy developments impacting public health.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Policy Analysis

Relationship Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant Qualification in Health or Public Sector

Job description

Public Health Policy Advisor - Te Waipounamu - NPHS at Te Whatu Ora, Canterbury

• Contribute to transforming the future of health in this Public Health Policy Advisor role
• Fixed-Term, Full-Time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We have the opportunity available to join our Te Waipounamu regional team in the National Public Health Service as a Public Health Policy Advisor in a fixed-term, full-time role.

The Public Health Policy Advisor will contribute to a mix of short and longer-term projects within the Health in all Policies team, providing evidence-based advice and support to work taking place across the region. This will include analysis of significant policy developments/changes impacting Public Health, preparation of policy advice and building relationships internally and externally to identify emerging issues and opportunities of significance to the National Public Health Service across the region.

The duration of this fixed-term is 12 months.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The 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 you

You have experience in an advisory role, applying critical thinking and using sound judgement to develop options and provide advice. You have an understanding of and ability to select, adapt and use a range of frameworks, principles, tools and methods and draw on experience in different areas of expertise to apply them appropriately to given issues. Knowledge and experience of the Health in All Policies approach to growing and leveraging enduring relationships is also helpful.

• 2-3 years relevant experience in Health or Public Sector/Local Government policy and/or relevant qualification
• Demonstrable understanding and experience working in partnership with Māori and/or Pacific people communities
• Demonstrable understanding of, and commitment to, the specific relationship under te Tiriti o Waitangi, and Health NZ's role in improving outcomes for iwi and Māori communities
• Experience in applying critical thinking and using sound judgement to develop options and provide advice, particularly in leading complex work
• Proven organisational skills with the ability to think ahead, use initiative, establish priorities and meet deadlines whilst preserving high levels of accuracy

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now”.All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 26 May 2025 If you have any questions about the role, please contact Elismha Lubbe at [e-mail]

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority for this position.

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