Job Description

Vacancies on the National Ethics Advisory Committee

Te Manatū Hauora | The Ministry of Health is seeking candidates who wish to be considered for appointment to the National Ethics Advisory Committee (NEAC).

NEAC is a ministerial advisory committee established under section 16 of the New Zealand Public Health and Disability Act 2000.

NEAC's purpose is to provide advice to the Minister of Health on ethical issues of national significance in respect of any health or disability matters (including research and health services), and determine nationally consistent ethical standards across the health sector and provide scrutiny for national health research and health services.

Kōrero mōu | About you

Te Manatū Hauora/the Ministry of Health is seeking applications for the following positions.

One non-layperson with expertise in health research.

Preferred skills for this role include the following:

• Significant practical experience of research ethics involving human participants, in academia and/or a regional ethics committee
• Extensive experience establishing and maintaining outstanding working relationships with peers and a diverse range of stakeholders
• Extensive experience in providing strategic and professional leadership and the ability to identify enhancements to health and safety systems
• Effective communication skills
• An ability to work with legislation and regulations and Knowledge of the application of te Tiriti o Waitangi.

One layperson member with the ability to speak to issues or experiences of disabled persons

Preferred skills for this role include the following:

• Strong analytical skills, including an ability to think strategically and critically
• Experience in stakeholder consultation and partnerships
• Effective communication skills
• An ability to work with legislation and regulations
• Lived experience or expertise in the ability to speak to issues or experiences of disabled persons
• Knowledge of the application of te Tiriti o Waitangi.

To qualify for the lay membership positions, you must not:

• have been registered as a health practitioner in the last five years
• be involved, or employed by an organisation which is primarily involved in health and disability research.

Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role

You are able to undertake this role from anywhere in New Zealand. You will need to have robust computer access and skills. Strong internet connection is necessary as most committee meetings are undertaken via video conferencing

NEAC may meet in-person in Wellington at the request of members. With travel costs covered for members by the Ministry of Health.

Generally, NEAC meets every three months, and on an ad hoc basis to progress its mahi between formal committee meetings. Between the formal committee meetings, members are also expected to undertake some paid work to progress NEAC's work programme.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply

Applications must be made using the Ministry of Health's online Career Centre and closes 22 May 2022.

To apply for these positions, please complete the application and declaration form provided in the advertisement.

All applications require the following:

• a completed declaration form (attached)
• a covering letter
• a current CV.

Background checks will be undertaken for shortlisted applicants. Your personal information will be handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020.

You must be a New Zealand resident and reside in New Zealand in order to be considered for the role. Please note that core public servants are also generally not considered for this role.

The appointment process is lengthy and your patience and professionalism as we work through the next steps is appreciated. The outcome of the recruitment process for this committee will be confirmed after it has been considered by Cabinet's Appointments and Honours Committee.

Ko wai mātou | Who we are

The Government recognises that diversity enables our statutory boards and committees to be high-performing, and is committed to ensuring they represent the diversity in New Zealand's population, including gender, ethnicity, age and geographic location. Te Manatū Hauora encourages people from all backgrounds, especially those who can reflect the needs, values, and beliefs of Māori, and have an understanding and are committed to meeting the obligations of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, to apply for these roles.

See theManatū Hauora Board appointments webpage for more information. If you would like to obtain further information or clarification, or if your circumstances change or should you wish to withdraw your application, please contact the Appointments team by emailing: appointments@health.govt.nz

Due to the significant number of applications received, we are not in a position to individually notify candidates that they have been unsuccessful. When appointments are made, they will be published on the New Zealand Gazette website and linked to te Manatū Hauora Board appointments webpage and we encourage you to check these sites for updates. However, unsuccessful shortlisted candidates will be notified of the Minister's decision.