Advisor

Ministry of Health; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Health, Wellington-based, is seeking an Advisor to contribute to a varied programme of work within the Determinants of Health team. You’ll provide high-quality advice, research and analysis to support policy and decision-making, helping deliver equitable health outcomes for New Zealanders.

You’ll collaborate across government and with stakeholders, build relationships, and deliver briefs, reports and recommendations to support informed decisions and successful programme delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgement and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines.
• Collaborative stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality advice, briefings, reports, and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Research and analyze complex issues to identify risks, opportunities and practical solutions.
• Support delivery of projects, policies, programmes and initiatives to achieve outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across government, health sector and community partners.

Job description

Wellington based | Permanent | Full-time 4.4 weeks annual leave | Wellness allowance after 12 months Midpoint of $82,061.00 dependent on experience

What you’ll do

Ko tōu ake mahi The Determinants of Health team sits within the Public Health Agency and Mental Health Group, supporting the Ministry’s work across public health and mental health. As an Advisor, you’ll contribute to a varied programme of work, providing high-quality advice, research and analysis to support policy and decision-making. You’ll work collaboratively across the Ministry and with stakeholders, helping develop and delivery policies, programmes and initiatives that support equitable health outcomes for New Zealanders.

• Provide high-quality advice, briefings, reports, and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Research and analyse complex issues, identifying risks, opportunities, and practical solutions.
• Support the delivery of projects, policies, programmes, and initiatives to achieve agreed outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across government, the health sector, and community partners.

What you’ll bring

• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to evaluate information and develop evidence-based recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for a range of audiences.
• Sound judgement, critical thinking, and attention to detail when working with complex information.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, work proactively, and deliver quality outcomes to deadlines.
• Strong relationship management skills and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders and colleagues.

About the Ministry

As the Government's lead advisor on health, we help shape the future of New Zealand's health system through policy, regulation and monitoring. Join a team that makes a real difference to the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders while working in a supportive, inclusive environment that values wellbeing, growth and development. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to an accessible and respectful recruitment process.